Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cherry Mash Bars, a perfect fusion of sweet, tart cherries and rich chocolate. These easy-to-make dessert bars are ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a sweet snack at home. With a chewy cherry center and crunchy chocolate topping, they provide a satisfying treat that will please any palate. Customize the recipe by adding your favorite nuts or adjusting the sweetness to suit your taste. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this simple recipe will help you create mouthwatering Cherry Mash Bars that are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and chopped)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix chopped cherries with 1 tablespoon of sugar; set aside.
- Melt butter and chocolate chips together over low heat until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before whisking in sugar and eggs.
- Gradually add flour and salt into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Pour half into the prepared dish as the base layer.
- Spread the cherry mixture evenly over the base, followed by dolloping remaining chocolate batter on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set; allow to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg