Choco-Cherry Bars

Choco-Cherry Bars are a popular dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and the sweetness of cherries. They are a delicious treat for any occasion!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Choco-Cherry Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Butter
• 200 gram Granulated sugar
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Cherries (pitted and halved)
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
4. Spread half of the batter into the prepared baking dish. Top with cherries, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts (if using). Spread the remaining batter over the top.
5. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow to cool in the baking dish for 30 minutes before cutting into bars.
6. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.