Cherry Cheese Bars
Cherry Cheese Bars are a delightful dessert featuring a buttery crust topped with tangy cherry preserves and a creamy cheese layer. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat, their balance of fruity and creamy flavors appeals to a wide range of dessert lovers seeking a simple yet indulgent dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add 2 eggs and beat well.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups plus 2 to 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and salt until well blended.
- Reserve 1 cup of the mixture by spooning it lightly into a measuring cup; set aside.
- Press the remaining crust mixture into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
516
kcal
26% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).