Description
Cherry Crumble Bars are a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, featuring a buttery crust layered with fresh cherries and topped with a crumbly oat topping. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by the juicy burst of cherries, making these bars an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or simply as a cozy dessert at home, you won’t want to miss out on this easy-to-make recipe that brings joy to every table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, combine the pitted cherries with ½ cup sugar and lemon juice; mix well.
- In another bowl, mix flour, oats, baking powder, salt, and remaining sugar. Add melted butter and stir until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan. Layer the cherries evenly on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the cherries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg