Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional for extra flavor)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or almond extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15×10-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Make the Batter
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and optional almond extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients
- Gradually mix in the flour and salt until just combined. The batter should be thick and spreadable.
- Assemble the Bars
- Spread 2/3 of the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Spoon the cherry pie filling over the batter layer without mixing it in.
- Drop the remaining batter over the filling in small spoonfuls.
- Bake
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and set.
- Cool and Glaze
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla or almond extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.
- Cut and Serve
- Once the glaze sets, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!