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Cherry Chocolate Bars


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  • Author: Recipe Creator
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cherry chocolate bars perfect for dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pitted and chopped cherries (fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Stir in the melted butter and eggs until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool slightly; melt chocolate chips with heavy cream over low heat until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bars before slicing.

Notes

  • These bars can be served warm or cold.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 18 grams
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 10 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 6 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 25 grams
  • Fiber: 2 grams
  • Protein: 3 grams
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg