Holiday Cherry Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Gradually add sugar to butter in large mixer bowl, creaming at medium speed of mixer until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   At medium speed, add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
3. 3
   At low speed, add flour and lemon extract.
4. 4
   Pour batter into well-greased 15 x 10 x 1-inch jelly roll pan.
5. 5
   Mark off into 20 squares.
6. 6
   Place 1 heaping tablespoon of pie filling in center of each square.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 45 to 50 minutes.
8. 8
   While warm, sift powdered sugar over cake.
9. 9
   Cut into squares, when cool, with cherry filling in center of each square (marking disappears during baking).