Cherry pie bars

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗲:

1 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp milk (add more for desired consistency)
½ tsp vanilla extract
𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

Prepare the Batter:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Mix the Wet Ingredients:
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla and almond extracts.

Add the Dry Ingredients:
Gradually mix in the flour until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Layer the Bars:
Spread ⅔ of the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the batter, spreading it to cover the surface. Dollop the remaining batter on top, leaving some gaps for the cherries to peek through.

Bake:
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Glaze the Bars:
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cherry pie bars. Let the glaze set before slicing into squares or rectangles.

𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲:
Serve these sweet and buttery bars as a dessert or snack, perfect with a cup of coffee or tea.

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: Prep Time: 20 minutes | Bake Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour
𝗬𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱: ~24 bars

Enjoy the irresistible combination of buttery crust and tangy cherries in every bite! 

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