Double-Cherry Streusel Bars

Ingredients

• 1 ¾ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup tart red cherry preserves (such as Tropical or Smuckers)
• 1 tablespoon kirsch (clear cherry brandy)
• 1 cup dried Bing (sweet) cherries
• ²/₃ cup sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• + 7 more ingredients
• • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract
  • ¾ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 3 tablespoons whole milk
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • Nonstick vegetable oil spray

Combine dried cherries, tart cherry preserves, and kirsch in processor; blend to chunky puree. (Filling can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer to bowl; cover and refrigerate.) Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan with heavy-duty foil, leaving overhang. Spray foil with nonstick spra...

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