Description
Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars are a delightful dessert combining the rich flavors of chocolate and cherries in a soft, chewy bar.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup pitted cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped cherries.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Ensure cherries are pitted and chopped to avoid any hard pieces.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars, dessert, baking, treats