Published 7/6/2019 • Updated 6/30/2024 These cherry cobbler bars are the perfect combination of a cherry pie and a cherry crumble. They are made with fresh cherries and healthier pantry staples, so you can get your cherry dessert fix while feeling good about the ingredients in this recipe. TBH, I loved eating these cherry cobbler bars for breakfast topped with vanilla Greek yogurt. Dreamy. Can’t get enough dessert bars? These strawberry oatmeal bars or these healthy lemon bars are some of the most popular bars on FFF!
What You Need for Cherry Cobbler Bars
Tapioca flour: Don’t be intimidated by this fancy-sounding ingredient! Tapioca flour is a thickening agent, and it’s what keeps your cherry filling from being too runny. It absorbs the juices from the cherries and creates a nice, thick consistency. Almond Flour & Rolled Oats: These are the stars of the crust! Almond flour gives a nutty flavor and keeps things gluten-free, while oats add a bit of heartiness and texture. Maple Syrup: We love using maple syrup as a healthier alternative to white sugar for this recipe, but you can use any type of sweetener you prefer. Almond Extract: If you ask me, cherries should always be paired with almond extract. The combination is out of this world! We used about a teaspoon of almond extract in the crust of these bars, and I’m so glad we did. The crust is crunchy and almondy, and the naturally sweetened cherry filling tastes like cherry heaven. Fresh Cherries: These cherry cobbler bars are made with FRESH cherries. No canned or jarred maraschino cherries in this recipe! And why would you?! Fresh cherries are accessible when they’re in season and are OH so delicious. Powdered Sugar, Cream Cheese, Orange Juice: This citrusy, creamy, sweet glaze is the ultimate topper for these bars, adding the perfect refreshing touch.
Can I use frozen cherries instead?
You can use frozen cherries in place of fresh. Just make sure to thaw them first!
Can I swap the almond flour for all-purpose flour?
Unfortunately, we wouldn’t suggest swapping the flour for AP flour. You can make your own almond flour by grinding raw almonds.
How to Make Cherry Cobbler Bars
Prep the Pan and Crust
Simmer the Cherries
Assemble and Bake
The Finishing Touches
While your cobbler bars bake, you can whip up a quick and easy drizzle to add a touch of extra sweetness and creaminess. In a small bowl, simply mix powdered sugar, cream cheese, and orange juice until smooth. If you don’t have orange juice, a splash of milk or vanilla extract would work, too.
Chill, Slice, and Enjoy!
Storing the Cherry Cobbler Bars
Let the cherry cobbler bars cool completely before storing them in the fridge for up to 7 days. You can also cool these bars and place them in a freezer safe bag or airtight container and freeze them for up to 3 months in the freezer!
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