Moist Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars for Sweet Summer Moments

Delicious Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars that combine juicy cherries and rich chocolate for a delightful summer treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted for richness and moisture.
1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed; can substitute dark brown for deeper flavor.
1 large Egg Acts as a binder for texture.
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; can substitute with almond extract.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; whole wheat can be a substitute.
0.25 teaspoon Salt Optional, balances sweetness.
0.75 to 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Sweet contrast; dark chocolate deepens flavor.
1 cup Cherries Fresh or frozen; softens when frozen.

Equipment

Oven
8x8-inch baking pan
Microwave-safe bowl
aluminum foil
Cooking spray

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan with foil and cooking spray.
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl for about 60 seconds.
Mix in light brown sugar, then stir in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
Fold in the all-purpose flour and optional salt gently until just combined.
Stir in chocolate chips and fold in cherries. Pour into prepared pan.
Bake for 27 to 32 minutes until edges pull away and center is set.
Cool in the pan for at least 1 hour, then slice into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature or 2 weeks in the fridge. Freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.

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