Cherry Brown Butter Bars
Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Cherry Brown Butter Bars, a decadent dessert featuring the perfect balance of nutty browned butter and juicy, tart cherries. With a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these bars are made from a simple yet irresistible batter, elevated by the deep caramel-like flavor of browned butter. The addition of fresh cherries adds bursts of fruity sweetness, making them a standout dessert for summertime gatherings or cozy afternoons in. Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish, including prep and bake time, these bars are easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Best enjoyed with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream, these Cherry Brown Butter Bars are your new go-to dessert for a crowd-pleasing bake. Perfect for lovers of fruit-filled treats and buttery richness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 180 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 200 grams cherries (pitted and halved)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy lifting.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir gently while it melts, and continue to cook until it turns golden brown and starts to smell nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Keep a close eye to avoid burning. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and browned butter until well combined. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, whisking until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold the pitted and halved cherries gently into the batter with a spatula until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into 12 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 157.4 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.5 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 748 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 1587 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 422.2 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 277.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
