Easy Cherry Crumble Bars Recipe
These Easy Cherry Crumble Bars are a delightful combination of sweet, tart cherries and a buttery, crumbly topping that makes for the perfect treat any time of year.
Servings: 16
Calories: 160kcal
Ingredients
For the Crust and Topping
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 4 oz unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 cups fresh pitted cherries you can use frozen cherries, thawed and drained
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly greasing a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Then, mix in the cubes of cold butter using your fingers or a pastry cutter until you achieve a sandy texture.
- Whisk the egg with milk and stir this mixture into the flour blend until it forms a soft, cohesive dough.
- Press approximately half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, forming an even layer.
- For the cherry filling, mix the cherries with cornstarch, vanilla extract, and a couple of tablespoons of sugar in a separate bowl. Spread this cherry mixture evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining dough on top of the cherries, creating a rough and rustic look.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the cherries are bubbling at the edges.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the dish before slicing them into squares. This helps them hold their shape.
Notes
These crumble bars are perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days without losing their crumbly texture.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Cherry Crumble Bars Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.