Ingredients :
Ingredients1 cup of butter, softened2 cups of sugar4 eggs1 tsp vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 tsp salt1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie fillingFor the glaze (optional):1 cup powdered sugar2 tbsp milk½ tsp vanilla extract
Préparations :
Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.Prepare the Base: Spread 3 cups of batter evenly into the prepared pan.Add Cherry Filling: Carefully spread the cherry pie filling over the batter.Top Layer: Drop the remaining batter in small clumps over the filling.Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.Cool: Cool completely on a wire rack.Vanilla Glaze (Optional)Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.Drizzle: Once the cherry bars are completely cooled, drizzle the vanilla glaze over them.Serve: Cut into bars and serve after the glaze has set.Enjoy these scrumptious Christmas Cherry Bars as a festive highlight to your holiday season!