Cherry Bars

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15x10x1-inch baking pan (or similar jelly roll pan).
2. Make Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla. Gradually mix in flour and salt until combined.
3. Assemble: Spread 3 cups of batter evenly into the prepared pan. Spread cherry pie filling over batter. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter on top (it won’t cover completely, and that’s okay—it gives a pretty marbled look).
4. Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and edges are golden.
5. Cool & Glaze: Let bars cool completely. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle glaze over cooled bars.
6. Slice & Serve: Cut into squares or rectangles.

Storage Method

• Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 2 days.
• Refrigerator: Keeps well for 4–5 days (especially if your kitchen is warm).
• Freezer: Freeze bars (unglazed for best results) in layers with parchment paper between them for up to 2 months. Thaw and drizzle with glaze before serving.