FABULOUS FRUIT BARS (COOKIE MIX)

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Source: Betty Crocker NOTE: Cookie mix used is 2 pouches (1 lb 1.5 oz each) of Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix

Provided by Mom2Rose

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h20m

Yield 24 bars, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (17 1/2 ounce) envelopes betty crocker sugar cookie mix
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F
  • Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir base ingredients until soft dough forms.
  • Press half of dough in bottom of pan.
  • Spread pie filling over dough.
  • Drop remaining dough by teaspoonfuls over filling.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool 10 minutes.
  • In small bowl, stir glaze ingredients until smooth.
  • If necessary, add additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until thin enough to drizzle.
  • Drizzle glaze over warm bars.
  • For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.
  • Store covered at room temperature.

Sabina Tyekupe
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bars turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them.


brutal rugby
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These bars are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family. They're the perfect dessert for a weeknight meal.


Shafi Ahmadzai
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I love how customizable this recipe is. I've made it with different fruits, nuts, and even chocolate chips. It's always a hit!


Tamim Perfect
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These bars were a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just because I used a tart fruit. I'll try using a sweeter fruit next time.


samantha Cardenas
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I'm not a huge fan of fruit bars, but these were actually really good. The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was sweet and tart.


YOUSSƒòF mohamed
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These bars are the perfect treat for a summer picnic or potluck. They're light and refreshing, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Op Jack
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I often make a double batch and freeze some for later.


Sikhululani Moyo
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These were okay, but I've had better. The flavor was a bit bland and the texture was a bit too dense.


Dhanuja Rashmitha
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I was disappointed with these bars. The crust was too dry and the filling was too runny. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Aashish Hamal
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Parwati Puri
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different fruits, and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Santosh Chauhan
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These bars were so easy to make, and they turned out perfectly! I used a gluten-free cookie mix, and they were still delicious.


Alkelia Walters
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit bars, but these were surprisingly good! The crust was nice and crispy, and the filling was sweet and tart without being too overpowering.


The kids
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These fruit bars were a huge hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and tart, and the crust was the perfect balance of flaky and chewy.