Cherry Pie Bars with Crumb and Vanilla Glaze

**Shortbread Crust:**

1. – Sift powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Stir in flour.
2. – Add butter and beat on low speed until a smooth dough forms.
3. – Press the dough evenly into the pan using plastic wrap to smooth it out.
4. – Cover with parchment paper and baking weights. Bake for 20 minutes.
5. – Remove weights and parchment, then bake for another 10 minutes until golden brown.

**Cherry Pie Filling:**

1. – In a saucepan, warm cherries, sugar, and salt on medium heat until bubbling.
2. – Mix lemon juice, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl, then add to the cherries.
3. – Cook for about 2 minutes until thick and bubbly.
4. – Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, almond extract, and butter.

**Crumb Topping:**

1. – In a bowl, combine flour, white sugar, and brown sugar.
2. – Pour in melted butter and almond extract, mixing with a fork until large crumbs form.

**Assemble:**

1. – Spread cherry filling over the baked shortbread.
2. – Sprinkle crumble evenly over the top.
3. – Bake for 30-35 minutes until crumbs are golden.

**Glaze:**

1. – Mix powdered sugar and vanilla in a bowl.
2. – Gradually add milk until thick but pourable.
3. – Drizzle over cooled bars using a spoon or piping bag.