Description
These Cherry Crumble Bars combine a sweet and tart cherry filling with a buttery, oat-based crumble topping. Baked to golden perfection, they make a delightful dessert or snack that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Cherry Filling
- 2 cups (300 g) cherries, pitted and quartered (about 60)
- 2 Tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons (16 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup (100 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup (90 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (105 g) brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 Tablespoons (85 g) salted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prep Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars after baking.
- Make Cherry Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the pitted and quartered cherries with granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and vanilla or almond extract. Stir well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Crumble Topping: In another medium bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and salt. Pour the melted salted butter over the mixture and stir thoroughly until the mixture is moistened and there are no dry clumps.
- Assemble Bars: Press about two-thirds of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, forming an even base layer. Spread the cherry filling evenly over this base, reaching the edges. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture over the cherries evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the crumble topping turns a light golden color and the cherry filling is bubbling at the edges.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the cherry crumble bars to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes to set. Cut into 16 bars and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
- For easier slicing, cool bars completely before cutting.
- You can substitute fresh cherries with frozen, just thaw and drain excess liquid before using.
- For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts to the crumble topping.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
