Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion. These bars boast a soft blondie base enriched with juicy cherries and rich chocolate chips, creating a mouthwatering balance of sweetness and tartness. Ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, this easy-to-make recipe will surely become a staple in your dessert arsenal. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, and get ready to impress family and friends with this scrumptious dessert!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 12 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, lightly spraying it with cooking spray.
- Melt the butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl for about 60 seconds.
- Mix the melted butter with brown sugar until well combined.
- Stir in the egg and vanilla extract until fully mixed.
- Gradually add the flour and optional salt, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it out evenly.
- Bake for 27 to 32 minutes or until edges pull away from the pan and center is set.
- Allow cooling for at least one hour before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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