Cherry Pie Bars
Cherry Pie Bars are a delightful American dessert that captures the essence of a classic cherry pie in a convenient, handheld bar form. They typically feature a buttery, crumbly shortbread or oat-based crust topped with a sweet, tangy cherry filling, often made from tart cherries, and sometimes finished with a crumble or streusel topping.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is generally high in carbohydrates and fats due to the butter, sugar, and flour in the crust and filling, providing a quick energy boost. A single bar can range from 250 to 400 calories, offering some vitamins like vitamin C from the cherries, but is primarily an indulgent treat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 bar (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Cherry Pie Bars are a modern, portable twist on the traditional American cherry pie, reflecting a cultural shift towards convenient, shareable desserts for potlucks and casual gatherings. Nutritionally, using tart cherries can add a boost of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, balancing the sweetness with a hint of healthful benefit.
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