The Christmas Cherry Bars are a delightful dessert that brings festive cheer to any holiday table. This sweet concoction is made with rich cherry pie filling, layered between a buttery crust and a crumbly topping, exuding warmth and joy with every bite. The dish does not have a singular point of origin but seems to be a merry adaptation of traditional fruit bars, infused with the spirit of Christmas. Its bright red color makes this dessert especially fitting for the season, drawing on the association of cherries with joy and abundance, and the bars are a popular choice for holiday gatherings, gift exchanges, and cozy evenings by the fire.
Ingredients:
1 cup of butter, softened
2 cups of sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
For the glaze (optional):
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
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