Cherry Bars

I love these treats.  They easy to make and are great for parties.

1 3/4 cup sugar

1 tsp vanilla

3 cups floer

1 - 21 oz. can cherry fruit pie filling

1 cup butter, softened

4 eggs

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar

1/2 tsp almond extract

1 - 2 Tbs milk

Grease 15x10 inch jelly roll pan.  In large bowl, cream sugar, butter and vanilla until light and fluffy.  Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each egg.  Gradually add flour and backing powder - blend well.  Spread 2/3 of the batter into the prepared pan.  Spread pie filling over batter.  Drop spoonfuls of remaining batter over pie filling.  Bake at 350 degrees for 35 - 45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.  Cool completely.  In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bars.  Sprinkle with green sprinkles (optional).  Cut into bars.