Irresistible Cherry Crumb Bars Recipe (Print Version)
Learn how to make delightful Cherry Crumb Bars with a buttery topping and tangy cherry filling perfect for any occasion.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free adaptable
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
3 cups all-purpose flour
02 -
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
03 -
1 cup unsalted butter
04 -
4 cups pitted fresh cherries
→ Seasonings & Spices
05 -
1 tsp ground cinnamon
06 -
½ tsp salt
→ Garnish & Toppings
07 -
1 cup rolled oats
→ Optional Extras
08 -
Chopped nuts
09 -
Vanilla ice cream
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine flour, ½ cup sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press half into a greased 9x13 pan.
02 -
Toss cherries with ¼ cup sugar and lemon juice. This is so important!
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Combine remaining flour, sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Don't overmix!
04 -
Spread cherry filling over crust. Sprinkle crumble topping over cherries. Make sure to cover them completely.
05 -
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. Keep an eye on it; they burn fast!
06 -
Let cool completely before cutting. This is the hardest part… but so worth it!
# Notes:
01 -
Don’t overmix the crumble topping – it will make it tough.
02 -
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
03 -
Frozen cherries work in a pinch, just make sure they are thawed and drained.
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Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra deliciousness.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
9x13 inch baking pan
02 -
mixing bowls
03 -
pastry blender (optional)
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 300 calories (per serving)
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 40g
Protein: 4g