Description
Cherry Mash Bars are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of cherries with rich chocolate flavors, creating a chewy, sweet experience perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp cherry extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped cherries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with cherry extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients without overmixing. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread batter in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg