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Irresistible Sour Cherry Almond Crumble Bars

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These Sour Cherry Almond Crumble Bars combine tart cherries with a nutty almond crumble for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, they offer a delightful mix of crunchy topping and soft, fruity filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (96g) almond flour
  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant)
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3 cups (450g) pitted sour cherries (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, almond flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk together until evenly distributed.
  3. Pour in the melted butter and gently mix with a spatula or your hands until the mixture becomes crumbly but holds together when pressed, about 2-3 minutes. Add a splash of milk if too dry.
  4. Press half of the crumble mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased or parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan to form the base.
  5. In a separate bowl, toss the pitted sour cherries with sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the cherry mixture over the crumble base, leaving some space near the edges.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture evenly over the cherries.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the cherry filling bubbles gently. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.
  9. Cool completely on a wire rack for about 1 hour to let the filling set.
  10. Cut into squares or rectangles using a sharp knife, wiping it clean between cuts.

Notes

Grease the pan or line with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Use melted but slightly cooled butter for best texture. Thaw and drain frozen cherries well to avoid soggy filling. Let bars cool completely before cutting for clean slices. Optional: sprinkle sliced almonds on top before baking for extra crunch.

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