Description
These Cherry Crumble Bars combine juicy, sweet-tart cherries with a buttery oat crumble topping, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a delightful dessert or snack, they offer a satisfying balance of fruitiness and a crisp, crumbly texture in every bite.
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 after baking.
- Make Cherry Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the pitted and quartered cherries, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and vanilla or almond extract. Mix well to blend the flavors and set aside.
- Prepare Crumble Topping: In another bowl, stir together rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Pour melted salted butter over the mixture, stirring thoroughly until moist and without dry clumps.
- Assemble Bars: Press about two-thirds of the crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even base layer. Evenly spoon the cherry filling over this base, spreading to the edges. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture evenly on top of the cherries.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crumble topping is lightly golden and the cherry filling bubbles at the edges.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the cherry crumble bars to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes. Once cooled, cut into 16 bars. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen cherries that are well-drained if fresh are not available.
- For an added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts over the cherry layer before adding the topping.
- Parchment paper lining ensures easy removal and clean cuts of bars.
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat briefly in the oven or microwave for a warm treat.
