Are you looking for a delicious and healthy dessert recipe? Look no further! These cherry pie bars are the perfect combination of sweet and nutritious. With juicy cherries and a flaky crust, they are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Plus, they are made with wholesome ingredients, so you can feel good about indulging.
Before we dive into the recipe, let’s talk about the benefits of cherries. Did you know that cherries are a great source of antioxidants? Antioxidants help to protect our cells from damage, and can also help reduce inflammation. Cherries are also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. And, of course, they are delicious!
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π₯ Ingredients
Now, let’s get to the recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 2 cups cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
πͺ Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the coconut oil until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press half of the mixture into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cherries, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Spread the cherry mixture over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the cherries.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
π Top tip
And that’s it! These cherry pie bars are a delicious and healthy treat that you can enjoy guilt-free. They are perfect for a sweet after-dinner dessert, or as a snack on-the-go. Plus, they are easy to make and will impress your friends and family with their delicious flavor.
We hope you enjoy these cherry pie bars as much as we do! If you give this recipe a try, be sure to let us know what you think in the comments below. Happy baking!
π Recipe
Cherry Pie Bars
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 2 cups cherries pitted and chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, oats, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the coconut oil until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press half of the mixture into the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cherries, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Spread the cherry mixture over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the cherries.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
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