Cherry Blossom Dessert
This Cherry Blossom Dessert is a delightful twist on classic cherry oat bars, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The base and topping are made from a simple mixture of flour, brown sugar, oats, and shortening, creating a tender, crumbly crust that bakes to a golden perfection. The heart of the dish is a generous layer of sweet cherry pie filling, which bubbles up during baking to create a luscious, fruity center. The combination of the warm, spiced oat crumble and the tart-sweet cherries makes this dessert incredibly comforting and satisfying. It’s an ideal treat for potlucks, family gatherings, or a cozy evening at home. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent experience. This easy-to-make recipe requires no mixer, making it a perfect choice for bakers of all skill levels.
Description
This Cherry Blossom Dessert is a delightful twist on classic cherry oat bars, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The base and topping are made from a simple mixture of flour, brown sugar, oats, and shortening, creating a tender, crumbly crust that bakes to a golden perfection. The heart of the dish is a generous layer of sweet cherry pie filling, which bubbles up during baking to create a luscious, fruity center. The combination of the warm, spiced oat crumble and the tart-sweet cherries makes this dessert incredibly comforting and satisfying. It’s an ideal treat for potlucks, family gatherings, or a cozy evening at home. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent experience. This easy-to-make recipe requires no mixer, making it a perfect choice for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 1.5 flour
- 1 salt
- 0.5 baking soda
- 1 firmly packed brown sugar
- 0.75 quick cooking oatmeal
- 0.5 shortening
- 2 cherry pie filling
Directions
- 1 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, sift together flour, salt, and baking soda.- 3
Add brown sugar and quick cooking oatmeal to the dry ingredients.- 4
Cut in shortening using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles small peas.- 5
Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan.- 6
Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the crust.- 7
Cover the filling with the remaining oat mixture, pressing down gently with a spoon or fingers.- 8
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.- 9
Allow to cool slightly before cutting into bars. Serve warm.NoteFor a richer flavor, you can substitute butter for the shortening.
Use your favorite flavor of pie filling for variations, such as apple or cherry-berry.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
This dessert freezes well; wrap tightly and thaw before serving.
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