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Festive Christmas Cherry Bars Recipe For Holiday Baking

These Christmas cherry bars were never just a dessert; they were a symbol of family, love, and the joy of the season. Now, I make them every year!

Key Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

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