Homemade Glazed Cherry Pie Bars – Buttery, Fruity, and Perfectly Sweet

Homemade Glazed Cherry Pie Bars – Buttery, Fruity, and Perfectly Sweet

There’s something nostalgic about the flavor of cherry pie – warm, juicy, and bursting with that perfect sweet-tart balance. But when you turn that classic dessert into easy-to-share bars, you get all the flavor without the fuss of a traditional pie. These Homemade Glazed Cherry Pie Bars from deesviral are made with layers of buttery crust, rich cherry filling, and a sweet vanilla glaze that ties it all together. They’re simple to make, slice beautifully, and are perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

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• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional but delicious)

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

For the Cherry Filling:

• 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
  (or 2 cups homemade cherry filling if preferred)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2–3 tablespoons milk

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions:

1. Make the Dough:
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and almond extracts. Add flour and salt and mix until a soft dough forms.

2. Assemble the Layers:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread about two-thirds of the dough evenly in the bottom of the pan. Spread the cherry filling over the dough layer. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough randomly over the filling.

3. Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the filling is bubbly around the edges. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.

4. Make the Glaze:
Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled bars.

5. Slice and Serve:
Once the glaze is set, cut the bars into squares or rectangles and serve.

Final Notes:
These cherry pie bars are the best of both worlds – the flavors of a comforting homemade pie combined with the ease of a dessert bar. The buttery dough, fruity cherry center, and sweet vanilla glaze come together beautifully in every bite. You can even swap the cherry filling for blueberry, apple, or peach to match the season.

For more nostalgic dessert ideas that feel homemade and heartmade, follow along with deesviral – where flavor always comes first.