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Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars

Delicious Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars to Brighten Your Day

These Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars combine juicy cherries with rich chocolate for a delightful summer dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour alternative flours might alter texture
  • ¼ teaspoon salt optional
For the Mix-Ins
  • ¾ to 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate for richer flavor
  • 1 cup cherries fresh or frozen, fresh recommended

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
  2. Melt the unsalted butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Combine melted butter with light brown sugar, then mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in the all-purpose flour and optional salt until just incorporated.
  5. Add in semi-sweet chocolate chips and halved cherries, mixing gently.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 27 to 32 minutes.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for at least 1 hour and then slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh cherries for the best texture. Don't over-mix to maintain chewiness.

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