Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars That Are Irresistibly Chewy

Indulge in these Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars, where juicy cherries meet rich chocolate for a chewy, homemade dessert.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bars

1 cup Unsalted Butter Add moisture and richness; use margarine as a substitute if desired.
1 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and contributes to the chewy texture; dark brown sugar can deepen the flavor.
1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together; no direct vegetarian substitute is suggested for this recipe.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor; almond extract can add an interesting twist if you prefer.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the bars; whole wheat flour can be a healthier alternative.
1/2 teaspoon Salt Optional but enhances the sweetness; omit if you're following a low-sodium diet.
1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Offers a decadent chocolate flavor; feel free to substitute with milk or white chocolate if you like.
1 cup Cherries (pitted) Provide juicy flavor; fresh cherries are preferred for best results, but frozen can be used in a pinch.

Equipment

8x8-inch baking pan
microwave-safe bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 60 seconds.
Add light brown sugar to the melted butter and mix thoroughly. Then, crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt, mixing gently to combine.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and pitted cherries, being careful not to halve the cherries.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 27 to 32 minutes, until edges pull away from the pan.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before lifting them out and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter. Fresh cherries provide the best flavor—if using frozen, thaw and drain them before adding. Adjust baking time as needed based on fruit softness. Let the bars cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

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