Cherry Almond Cake Bars
Here's an easy delicious recipe I like to make for potlucks or for family gatherings that uses a modified cake mix. Enjoy!
Servings: 15
Calories: 264kcal
Ingredients
- 16 oz white cake mix with pudding, like Betty Crocker
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 21 oz. cherry pie filling
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
Glaze
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Gather ingredients so that you have everything close at hand on the counter or table.
Prepare the Cake Mix
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 16 oz white cake mix, 1 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup water and 3 large eggs. Beat on medium high for 3 minutes.
- Spread the batter into a greased baking sheet or jelly roll pan.
- Drop 21 oz. cherry pie filling in 15 spoonfuls, dividing the filling evenly over the batter.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cake springs back when touched. Allow to cool.
Make the Glaze
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the icing. In a small bowl combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons whole milk, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Mix together with a whisk until smooth.
- Spread the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with 1/3 cup sliced almonds. Serves 15.
Nutrition
Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 245mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 234IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 1mg