These Walnut Cherry Bars are a delightful and indulgent treat that combines the nutty flavor of walnuts with the tartness of cherries. The buttery crust is perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy cherry filling, making these bars the ultimate dessert. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them with a cup of coffee, these bars are sure to impress. Don't wait any longer, grab your apron and let's get baking!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups walnuts, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, 2 cups of flour, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over the crust.
- In another bowl, mix together the cherries, brown sugar, 1/4 cup of flour, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cherry mixture over the walnuts and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
