Best 2 Chocolate Cherry Cake Squares Recipes

Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our irresistible Chocolate Cherry Cake Squares. This divine treat combines the richness of chocolate with the tangy sweetness of cherries, resulting in a taste sensation that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite offers a perfect balance of moist chocolate cake, gooey cherry filling, and a crispy oat crumble topping. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a cherry enthusiast, or simply seeking a delightful dessert experience, these cake squares will surely satisfy your cravings. With easy-to-follow instructions and readily available ingredients, this recipe is perfect for home bakers of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS

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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

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 cup cold butter
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped almonds

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.

TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE CHERRY BARS

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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

Ingredients

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 bag (12-oz size) miniature semisweet chocolate chips (1 cup)
1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped chocolate frosting

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:

To make the cake squares even more decadent, try using a high-quality dark chocolate. You can also add a tablespoon of instant coffee powder to the batter for a mocha flavor.
If you don't have any dried cherries on hand, you can substitute another dried fruit, such as raisins, cranberries, or apricots.
Be sure to grease and flour the baking pan before adding the batter. This will help the cake squares to come out cleanly.
Bake the cake squares until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. If the toothpick comes out clean, the cake squares are overbaked.
Let the cake squares cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.
For a neater appearance, use an offset spatula to spread the frosting on the cake squares.
If you want to make the cake squares ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cake squares for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

These chocolate cherry cake squares are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're rich, decadent, and packed with flavor. The combination of chocolate and cherries is a classic, and it's sure to please everyone. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them as a special treat, these cake squares are sure to be a hit.