Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars
Experience the delightful blend of flavors in these Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars, where sweet cherries meet rich semi-sweet chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights in, these bars offer a moist and chewy texture that’s hard to resist. With an easy-to-follow recipe that takes just minutes to prepare, they can be customized with your favorite nuts or alternative fruits, making them an incredibly versatile treat. Whether served warm or chilled, these bars are bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 to 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup cherries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-by-8-inch pan with foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 60 seconds.
- Combine melted butter and brown sugar, stirring well.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and cherries gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 27-32 minutes until edges pull away slightly.
- Cool for at least one hour before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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