Cherry Pie Slab Bars combine a tender buttery crust, juicy cherry filling, and golden crumb topping for a shareable, delicious dessert.
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
For crumb topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch pan.
- Combine 2 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of dough into pan for crust.
- Spread cherry filling evenly; add almond extract if desired.
- Mix topping ingredients and sprinkle over filling.
- Bake 45–50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Cool completely and cut into bars.