These cherry mash bars are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of cherries with a hint of tartness for the perfect balance. With a buttery crust and a gooey cherry filling, these bars are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Spread the cherry pie filling over the crust.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the cherry filling.
- Crumble the remaining flour mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Interesting Facts
Cherry mash bars are a nostalgic treat that have been enjoyed for generations in America.
You can customize this recipe by using different fruit pie fillings, such as blueberry or apple.