Go Back
–+ servings
Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars

Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars That Are Irresistibly Chewy

Deliciously chewy Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars that blend sweet cherries with rich chocolate for an irresistible dessert.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for real vanilla for best aroma
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blends can be used
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Optional
For the Goodies
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Consider dark chocolate for a more intense flavor
  • 1 cup Cherries (fresh or frozen) Preferably fresh for best texture

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, lightly spraying it with cooking spray.
  2. Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 to 40 seconds. Stir in 1 cup of light brown sugar until glossy.
  3. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until blended.
  4. Gradually sift in 1 cup of all-purpose flour and optionally, ¼ teaspoon of salt. Fold until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and your pitted cherries.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 27 to 32 minutes until edges pull away and the center is set.
  8. Let cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before lifting out using the foil overhang and slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid over-mixing for soft and chewy bars. Use fresh cherries for best flavor. Allow to cool before slicing for ease.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!