CHERRY COCOA SHORTBREAD SQUARES

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Whenever there is a potluck at work or a family gathering, I'm asked to bring these delectable bars. I found the recipe years ago and have made it countless times since. -Bettie Martin, Oneida, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
18 maraschino cherries, halved
GLAZE:
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1-1/2 teaspoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup butter and sugar. Beat in flour and cocoa (mixture will be crumbly). Spread into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until surface is set. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and remaining butter; beat in milk and vanilla until smooth. Spread over crust. Pat cherries dry with a paper towel; arrange over frosting and press down gently. , In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cherries. Refrigerate until glaze has hardened. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

mesc Z
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I made these cherry cocoa shortbread squares for my family and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. The shortbread is perfectly crumbly and the cherry cocoa filling is rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these a


Dilusha Nayanindu
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These cherry cocoa shortbread squares were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The shortbread was buttery and crumbly, and the cherry cocoa filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these again.


Mr Suhan Yt
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I'm not a huge fan of cherry desserts, but these cherry cocoa shortbread squares were amazing! The shortbread was perfectly crumbly and the cherry cocoa filling was rich and decadent. I would definitely make these again.


Chou Chebe
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These cherry cocoa shortbread squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. The shortbread is buttery and crumbly, and the cherry cocoa filling is rich and decadent. I love the combination of the sweet cherry filling and the rich cocoa shortbread.


Aramis Samuel
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I made these cherry cocoa shortbread squares for my family and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. The shortbread is perfectly crumbly and the cherry cocoa filling is rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these a


Eyerusalem Abraham
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These cherry cocoa shortbread squares were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The shortbread was buttery and crumbly, and the cherry cocoa filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these again.


ERIC WANJA
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I'm not a huge fan of cherry desserts, but these cherry cocoa shortbread squares were amazing! The shortbread was perfectly crumbly and the cherry cocoa filling was rich and decadent. I would definitely make these again.


Noah Bertram
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These cherry cocoa shortbread squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. The shortbread is buttery and crumbly, and the cherry cocoa filling is rich and decadent. I love the combination of the sweet cherry filling and the rich cocoa shortbread.


Christina Calise
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I made these cherry cocoa shortbread squares for my family and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. The shortbread is perfectly crumbly and the cherry cocoa filling is rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these a


michelle longmire
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These cherry cocoa shortbread squares are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and look beautiful. I love the combination of the sweet cherry filling and the rich cocoa shortbread. I'll definitely be making these again


Norcal Boss
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Amazing recipe! The cherry cocoa shortbread squares were a hit at my party. They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The shortbread was buttery and crumbly, and the cherry cocoa filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making th