Chocolate Cherry Jewel Bars

Chocolate cherry jewel bars are a delicious and indulgent dessert that combine the rich flavors of chocolate and cherries with crunchy pistachios for added texture. They are a perfect 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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Chocolate Cherry Jewel Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Desserts 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

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cup Dried cherries
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Unsalted pistachios

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, dried cherries, chocolate chips, and pistachios. Mix well.
6. Pour the cherry mixture evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 30 minutes.
9. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 18g

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.