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Chocolate Covered Cherry Magic Bars

Chocolate Covered Cherry Magic Bars - Your New Favorite Dessert

Delight in these Chocolate Covered Cherry Magic Bars, a celebration of flavors and textures that will be the star of your dessert table!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use scoop and level method for accuracy.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce by 1/4 cup for less sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Ensure it’s unsweetened.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with margarine or coconut oil.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Can replace with dark chocolate.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Do not substitute with evaporated milk.
For the Cherry Layer
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries Fresh or dried cherries can be alternatives.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, greasing it lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Melt butter and chocolate chips together, then allow to cool slightly. Beat in eggs and combine with dry ingredients.
  4. Prepare cherries by draining and halving them, then distribute evenly over the chocolate base.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips over cherries and drizzle sweetened condensed milk on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are firm and center slightly jiggly. Cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cherries are dried well to avoid sogginess. Let bars cool completely for neat cuts. For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend.

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