Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pitted cherries (fresh or canned)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare cherry filling by combining pitted cherries with lemon juice.
- Make the crust by creaming butter and sugar, then adding eggs and vanilla. Mix dry ingredients and combine.
- Assemble by spreading half of the dough in a greased pan, adding cherry filling, and crumbling remaining dough on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh or canned cherries based on availability.
- Optional: Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg