Description
Indulge in these rich and chewy chocolate cherry squares that melt in your mouth, combining the flavors of dark chocolate and sweet cherries.
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). Grease and line your 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to make removal easy.
- Melt your butter in a large mixing bowl. Using a whisk, mix in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until fully combined, creating a creamy texture.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in the fragrant vanilla extract, whisking in until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together your flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and cherries using a spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Pour the luscious batter into your prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with the spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before cutting into squares and indulging.
Notes
These squares keep well in the fridge for up to a week. You can substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet or use various fruits for customization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg