Description
Indulge in these Chocolate Cherry Dessert Squares featuring a buttery crust and a gooey chocolate-cherry filling that creates a memorable experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh or canned cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt your butter in a large mixing bowl, allowing it to cool slightly.
- Mix in the brown and granulated sugar until creamy and velvety.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the vanilla extract.
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl and whisk until blended.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing out the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let them cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a rich twist, add nuts or a drizzle of chocolate sauce before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg