Can I use canned cherries instead of fresh or frozen?

Yes, you can use canned sour cherries if they are packed in water or natural juice. Be sure to drain them and reduce added sugar accordingly to avoid an overly sweet filling.

What's the best way to pit sour cherries at home?

If you don't have a cherry pitter, you can use a chopstick, bobby pin, or even a straw. Press from the stem end to pop out the pit with minimal mess.

How long do sour cherry bars stay fresh?

Stored in an airtight container, they last 2 days at room temperature, 5 days in the fridge, or up to 2 months in the freezer. Let them cool fully before storing.

Can I double this recipe for a larger batch?

Absolutely. Just use a 9x13-inch baking pan and increase baking time by 5–10 minutes. Watch for a golden top and bubbling edges to ensure they’re done.

Sour Cherry Crumble Bars : with Just 6 Ingredients

Sour Cherry Crumble Bars – The Best Summer Dessert

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These sour cherry crumble bars are a sweet-tart summer dessert made with a buttery crumb crust and a juicy cherry filling. Simple to make and easy to transport, they’re perfect for picnics, potlucks, or everyday snacking.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 9–12 bars 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
2 cups sour cherries (fresh, frozen, or jarred), pitted and drained
2 tablespoons sugar (for cherry filling)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
Add cubed butter and mix with a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the prepared pan to form the base.
In another bowl, mix the pitted sour cherries with sugar and cornstarch (if using).
Spread the cherry mixture evenly over the base crust.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top of the cherries.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden and the cherry filling is bubbling.
Allow to cool completely in the pan. Chill before cutting for clean slices.

Notes

If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain before use to prevent a soggy crust.
Jarred cherries should be packed in water or juice, not syrup.
Add almond extract or lemon zest for enhanced flavor.
Bars store well refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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