Description
Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars are chewy, chocolate-studded treats with juicy cherries and a soft blondie base. Easy, one-bowl recipe—make it today!
Ingredients
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 to 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup cherries (fresh or frozen, unhalved)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with foil and spray with non-stick spray.
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Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl (about 60 seconds).
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Stir in brown sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mix until combined.
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Fold in flour and optional salt; do not overmix.
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Gently stir in chocolate chips and whole cherries.
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Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.
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Bake for 27–32 minutes or until edges slightly pull away and center is set.
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Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use whole cherries for extra bursts of juice.
You can swap in other fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches.
Don’t overmix the batter—mix just until combined for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes + 20 minutes (cooling)