Quick Chocolate Cherry Bars
Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Quick Chocolate Cherry Bars, a fast and flavorful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! Combining rich cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and the tangy sweetness of dried cherries, these bars strike the perfect balance between fudgy and fruity. They come together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making them a go-to recipe for busy bakers craving homemade goodness. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these bars are baked to perfection in under 30 minutes and slice into 12 irresistibly decadent servings. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a cozy treat at home, these chocolate cherry bars are sure to impress. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a delightful twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped dried cherries
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop, then let it cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the vanilla extract until frothy. Gradually add the melted butter, whisking continuously to combine.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped dried cherries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it into an even layer with a spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Cut into 12 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.9 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.2 g | 251% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 419.5 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.4 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 266.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1432 mg | 30% | |
*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.
