Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and tart cherries with these easy-to-make Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and chewiness, making them the perfect treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy nights at home. With an enticing aroma wafting from the oven, these bars promise a flavor explosion that will leave you and your guests coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined—avoid overmixing!
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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