Description
These chocolate chip cherry bars are the perfect blend of gooey chocolate and tart cherries wrapped in a buttery, golden-brown crust. Ideal for parties, picnics, or a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (150g) halved cherries, fresh or thawed and drained if frozen
- 3/4 cup (130g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it well.
- Pit and halve the cherries. If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain them thoroughly.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the halved cherries and chocolate chips gently to avoid smashing the cherries.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Let the bars cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts. If the edges brown too quickly, cover the pan loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: chocolate chip cherry bars, cherry dessert, party dessert, easy dessert recipe