Cherry Crisp Bars Mashup: A Delightful Treat
A delightful mashup of cherry crisp and bar cookies, this treat features a sweet tart crust, a cherry filling, and a crunchy oat and pecan topping. Perfect for a dessert or snack, these bars offer a satisfying blend of textures and flavors.
Equipment
- pastry cutter
- fork
- Hands
- baking dish
Ingredients
- Sweet tart crust (dry ingredients, butter)
- Cherries (cherry pie filling or homemade)
- Pecans
- Crisp topping (includes oats)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by combining dry ingredients and cutting in butter until crumbly. You can use a pastry cutter, fork, or your hands.
- Spread the prepared crust evenly into the baking dish. Add the cherry filling over the crust.
- Evenly distribute the crisp topping mixture, which includes oats and pecans, over the cherry layer.
- Bake until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
For best results, avoid freezing these bars as the topping may become soggy upon thawing. Using pre-made cherry pie filling is a convenient shortcut.