Unique Cherry Almond Crumble Bars Recipe

Today’s Unique Creation: Cherry Almond Crumble Bars

I’m excited to share a new recipe creation with you today that’s perfect for cozy autumn evenings or any time you’re craving a sweet treat with a little twist. These Cherry Almond Crumble Bars are a delightful blend of tart cherries, nutty almonds, and buttery crumble topping that will surely impress your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 150g butter, cold
• 100g granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 200g all-purpose flour
• 50g almond meal
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 300g pitted cherries, fresh or frozen
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 50g sliced almonds

Kitchen Tools:

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• 9×9 inch baking pan
• parchment paper

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C) and lining your baking pan with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine the cold butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend the ingredients until a crumbly texture forms. Add the flour, almond meal, and salt, and mix until the dough comes together.

Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base. In another bowl, toss the cherries with lemon zest and cornstarch until evenly coated. Spread the cherry mixture over the dough in the pan. Crumble the remaining dough on top and sprinkle with sliced almonds.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cherries are bubbling. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

These Cherry Almond Crumble Bars weigh approximately 1200g once cooked, yielding 12 servings with an average weight of 100g each. Each serving is estimated to contain around 250 calories.

One tip to enhance the flavor of these bars is to sprinkle a little extra almond meal on top of the crumble layer before baking. This will add a lovely nutty crunch to the final dish.

I hope you enjoy making and savoring these delicious Cherry Almond Crumble Bars. Feel free to customize the recipe with different fruits, nuts, or spices to make it your own. Happy baking!