If you love the sweet-tart richness of cherry pie but dread the hassle of crimping crusts and blind-baking tins — meet your new favorite dessert: Cherry Pie Bars.
This genius twist on a classic bakes a full cherry pie into a giant, easy-to-cut tray, so you can serve dozens with zero stress. Think tender shortbread crust, a thick layer of glossy cherry filling, and a buttery crumble top — all in one pan, ready in under an hour.
Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or impressing guests without breaking a sweat.
And yes — it tastes like it took all day…
But really? It’s just pantry staples + canned cherry pie filling magic.
Let’s make something deliciously simple — and totally unforgettable. 💛
🌟 Why You’ll Love These Cherry Pie Bars
✅ No pie skills needed – Just mix, press, pour, and bake
✅ Feeds a crowd – Great for parties, baby showers, or game day
✅ Flaky crust + juicy cherries – Everything you love about pie, in bar form
✅ Glaze optional (but highly encouraged!)
✅ Freezer-friendly & make-ahead – Bake once, enjoy twice
This isn’t just dessert — it’s crowd-pleasing genius.
🍒 Cherry Pie Bars (Tray Size)
Makes 36+ bars | Prep: 15 min | Bake: 35–40 min | Total: ~1 hr
🛒 Ingredients
For the Crust & Crumble:
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
1 cup (2 sticks / 227g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
✅ Pro Tip: Use a food processor for fast, flaky results — or cut in by hand with a pastry cutter.
For the Filling:
2 (21 oz) cans cherry pie filling (or homemade)
Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice (brightens flavor)
For the Glaze (Optional But Divine):
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp milk or cream
½ tsp vanilla extract
🍒 Upgrade: Add almond extract to glaze for bakery-style depth!
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
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