Indulge in the delectable goodness of Chocolate Cherry Bars, a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and tangy cherries, perfectly balanced on a buttery shortbread crust. These irresistible treats offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion. With three variations to choose from, there's a Chocolate Cherry Bar recipe for every taste preference. The Classic Chocolate Cherry Bars feature a luscious filling of cherries and dark chocolate, while the White Chocolate Cherry Bars offer a sweeter twist with white chocolate and dried cherries. For those who prefer a nutty flavor, the Chocolate Cherry Pecan Bars combine chopped pecans with the classic chocolate and cherry filling. Whichever variation you choose, these Chocolate Cherry Bars promise an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!
CHEWY CHOCOLATE-CHERRY BARS
Colorful dried cherries and pistachios star in this take on seven-layer bars. To switch it up even more, try cinnamon or chocolate graham cracker crumbs instead of plain and substitute pecans or walnuts for the pistachios. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs and butter. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, mix the remaining ingredients until blended; carefully spread over crust., Bake 25-28 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS
Give your chocolate fudge cake mix a cherry twist by making these scrumptious moist and chocolaty bars!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h48m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease and flour 15x10x1-inch or 13x9-inch pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
- In large bowl, gently mix dry cake mix, pie filling, eggs and chocolate chips with rubber spatula; break up any undissolved cake mix by pressing with spatula. Carefully spread in pan.
- Bake 15x10x1-inch pan 23 to 27 minutes, 13x9-inch pan 29 to 34 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Frost with frosting. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store loosely covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS
These tempting bars are simple to make with cherry pie filling, crunchy almonds and chocolate chips. I took them to a church supper and everyone wanted the recipe. Some people said the sweet treats reminded them of chocolate-covered cherries. -Tina Dierking, Skohegan, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar and cocoa. Cut in butter until the mixture is crumbly. Add egg and almond extract until blended. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Carefully top with pie filling. Combine chocolate chips, almonds and reserved crumb mixture; sprinkle over pie filling. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool; refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS
Make and share this Chocolate Cherry Bars recipe from Food.com.
Provided by carolinafan
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 35m
Yield 36 bars
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°.
- Grease and flour 13x9-inch pan.
- In large bowl, combine cake mix, pie filling almond extract and eggs; stir until blended.
- Spread in greased and floured pan.
- Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- In small saucepan, combine sugar, milk and margarine.
- Bring to a boil; boil 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat; stir in chocolate chips until smooth.
- Pour and spread over warm bars.
- Cool completely and cut into bars.
DARK CHOCOLATE-CHERRY GANACHE BARS
Homemade ganache is just about the easiest chocolate recipe out there, a dead-simple mixture of melted chocolate and hot cream, whisked until smooth, then chilled until fudgy.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dessert
Time 1h
Yield 18 bars
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder and fine sea salt. Pulse in the butter and vanilla until the mixture just comes together into a smooth mass. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment or wax paper. Press the dough into the pan. Prick all over with a fork. Chill for at least 20 minutes and up to 3 days.
- Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Bake the shortbread until firm to the touch and just beginning to pull away from the sides, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 20 minutes on a wire rack. Brush jam over shortbread's surface and let cool thoroughly.
- Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl. In a saucepan, bring the cream to a simmer. Pour over the chocolate and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the kirsch. Spread over shortbread. Sprinkle fleur de sel on. Cool to room temperature; cover and chill until firm. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 261, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 72 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHOCOLATE-CHERRY CHEESECAKE BARS
I've had this recipe longer than I can remember. I like to make it for Valentine's Day and Christmas. The pretty bars also look festive for a party or shower.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 15 bars.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the flour, brown sugar and butter in a food processor; cover and process until fine crumbs form. Stir in walnuts. Set aside 3/4 cup for topping. , Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until set., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and cocoa until smooth. Add the egg, milk and vanilla; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in chopped cherries. Pour over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. , Bake for 20-25 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , Cut into bars; top each with a cherry half. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts :
CHOCOLATE-CHERRY GRANOLA BARS
Back-to-school for kids means back-to-bake-sales for parents. These bars will earn adults an A+, because they're a cinch to make and very wholesome (they're also nut- and gluten-free).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Makes 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine granola, cereal, cherries, chocolate chips, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, egg whites, and butter.
- Stir honey mixture into cereal mixture to combine, then press firmly into a parchment-lined 9-by-13-inch baking pan. Bake until golden and firm, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool completely, then lift out of pan and cut into squares. Store at room temperature in an airtight container up to 3 days.
CHOCOLATE-DRIZZLED CHERRY BARS
I've been making bars since I was in third grade, but these are special. I bake them for the church Christmas party every year... and folks always rave about them and ask for a copy of the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, sugar and butter until crumbly. Set aside 1-1/2 cups for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until edges begin to brown., In a small bowl, combine pie filling and extract; carefully spread over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until edges and topping are lightly browned. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over warm bars. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts :
CHOCOLATE-CHERRY CRUMB BARS
Although this bar is as rich and moist as cake, you don't need a fork to enjoy it. The kirsch-spiked filling will appeal to grown-up tastes; for kids, simply omit the liqueur.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 9 large or 1 dozen small bars
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray; line with parchment paper, allowing a 2-inch overhang. Coat with cooking spray.
- Bring cherries, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and the water to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until almost all liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Let cool, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved.
- Whisk together cocoa powder, salt, brown sugar, toasted coconut, and 2 cups flour in a bowl. Blend in remaining 2 1/4 sticks butter with a pastry blender or your fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal; press 3 lightly packed cups cocoa mixture into prepared pan. Bake until just set, about 20 minutes.
- Put egg, remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and the kirsch, if using, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment; mix on medium-high speed until pale, about 4 minutes. Fold in cherry mixture and remaining 7 1/2 teaspoons flour; stir in chocolate. Spread mixture evenly over crust; sprinkle with remaining cocoa mixture.
- Bake until a cake tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Run a knife around sides; lift out of pan. Cut into squares. Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days.
CHERRY CHOCOLATE OAT BARS
A tasty but more heart friendly variant of the oatmeal cookie. The family loves this oatty, nutty, cherry vanilla taste but we love even more that this is much lower in sodium and that the applesauce and flax seed cuts down the fat.They are good day one but keep some around for day two, that's when they are special!
Provided by BrianDavidson
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 40m
Yield 24 bars, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Line a 14x10 pan with parchment paper.
- Whip the butter, applesauce, faxseed and brown sugar.
- Beat in egg, milk and vanilla extract.
- Stir in all flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- Fold in oats, cherries, chocolate chips and coconut.
- Pour the wet mixture into the lined pan, spread evenly and bake for 30 - 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 72.6, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 11.9, Protein 3.4
CHOCOLATE CHIP-CHERRY BARS
Take the chocolate-cherry combo to the max with these decadent bars, both filled and topped with the delicious pairing. It's a true chocolate-cherry indulgence!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or cooking spray. Drain maraschino cherries, reserving juice for drizzle; set juice aside. Finely chop cherries; pat dry with paper towel.
- In large bowl, beat 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed until well mixed. Beat in vanilla and eggs. On low speed, beat in flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips and the cherries. Spread in pan.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until top is golden brown. Immediately sprinkle with 1 cup chocolate chips. Let stand 5 minutes or until chocolate in softened. Spread chocolate evenly over crust.
- In small bowl, mix 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons butter and 2 to 3 tablespoons reserved cherry juice until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle over chocolate. Cool completely, about 45 minutes. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g
CHOCOLATE-DRIZZLED CHERRY BARS
Gold Medal® all-purpose flour and a handful of ingredients are all that you would need to bake these colorful cherry flavored bars - a perfect party dessert.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 64
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Beat in egg until well blended. On low speed, beat in flour, salt and dry gelatin until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch pan.
- Bake 11 to 14 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In resealable freezer plastic bag, mix chocolate chips and oil; seal bag. Microwave on High 30 to 45 seconds, squeezing chocolate in bag every 15 seconds, until smooth. Cut 1/4-inch tip from corner of bag; drizzle chocolate over bars. Let stand about 1 hour or until chocolate is set. For bars, cut into 8 by 4 rows; cut each bar in half diagonally to make triangles.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 1/2, ServingSize 1 Bar, TransFat 0 g
CHERRY CORDIAL CHOCOLATE CHIP BARS BY RR
Fast and easy bars with cherry pie filling that keeps it moist. Enjoy
Provided by Rose Rauhauser
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 with butter flavored crisco. Combine butter flavor crisco, eggs, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla and almond extract in a large bowl. Beat at medium speed until well blended. Combine flour, baking soda and cinnamon. Mix into creamed mixture at low speed until just blended. Stir in pie filling and chocolate chips with spoon. Spread in pan. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely in pan. Sprinkle with powdered sugar after cooled completely.
GLUTEN-FREE TRIPLE CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS
Give your gluten free cake mix a cherry twist by making these scrumptious moist and chocolaty bars!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h40m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (or 325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease 15x10x1-inch or 13x9-inch pan with shortening.
- In large bowl, gently mix cake mix, chocolate chips, pie filling and eggs with rubber spatula. Carefully spread in pan.
- Bake 15x10x1-inch pan 20 to 25 minutes, 13x9-inch pan 30 to 35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Spread frosting over bars. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g
CHOCOLATE-DRIZZLED CHERRY BARS
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350. Combine all crumb mixture in large bowl. Beat at low speed until mixture resembles course crumbs. Research 1 1/2 cup crumb mixture. Press remaining mixture onto bottom of ungreased 13" x 9" baking pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until very lightly browned. Meanwhile, combine all filling ingredients in same bowl. Spread filling over hot, partially baked crust; sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake for 27-32 minutes or until lightly browned. Melt chocolate chips and shortening over low, heating and stirring constantly until smooth. Drizzle over bars and cool.
TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS
A scrumptious moist & chocolaty bar
Provided by Debbie Deverill
Categories Chocolate
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F (325 degrees F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease and flour 15 x 10 x 1-inch or 13 x 9-inch pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
- 2. In large bowl, gently mix dry cake mix, pie filling, eggs and chocolate chips with rubber scraper; break up any undissolved cake mix by pressing with scraper. Carefully spread in pan.
- 3. Bake 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan 25 to 30 minutes, 13 x 9-inch pan 35 to 40 minutes, or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- 4. Frost with frosting. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Special Touch A dazzling drizzle of melted white chocolate makes these bars look even more special. Variation Make Triple-Chocolate Strawberry Bars by using strawberry pie filling instead of the cherry.
TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS
Give your chocolate fudge cake mix a cherry twist by making these scrumptious moist and chocolaty bars!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h48m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease and flour 15x10x1-inch or 13x9-inch pan, or spray with baking spray with flour.
- In large bowl, gently mix dry cake mix, pie filling, eggs and chocolate chips with rubber spatula; break up any undissolved cake mix by pressing with spatula. Carefully spread in pan.
- Bake 15x10x1-inch pan 23 to 27 minutes, 13x9-inch pan 29 to 34 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Frost with frosting. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store loosely covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is a good choice.
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature before using. This will help them to cream together smoothly.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
- Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares. This will help them to hold their shape.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Conclusion:
These chocolate cherry bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are rich and chocolatey, with a gooey cherry filling and a crisp crust. Whether you are a fan of chocolate or cherries, or just looking for a sweet treat to enjoy, these bars are sure to hit the spot. So next time you are in the mood for something sweet, give these chocolate cherry bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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