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

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.

Faith Eunice Oyellau my u
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Johanes Runesu
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.


George Vazquez
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These bars were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I used fresh cherries and they were perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Samuel Ashworth
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I made these bars for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect combination of chocolate and cherry. I will definitely be making these again.


Amadu Yakubu
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These bars were delicious! The chocolate and cherry flavors were perfect together. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Azam shah Azam shag
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These bars were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more butter to the crust next time.


Ciquencepro tv
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Bhimkala Karki
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.


Babalola Olamide
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These bars were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I used dark chocolate chips and they were perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Mercy Mukhaya
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they sold out in no time! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.


BD official 01
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These bars were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more butter to the crust next time.


Sino Klaas
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I made these bars for my husband's birthday and he loved them! He said they were the best chocolate cherry bars he's ever had. I will definitely be making these again.


RT Rana
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I followed the recipe exactly and my bars turned out perfectly! The crust was nice and flaky and the chocolate cherry filling was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Amoah Twumasi
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They're definitely a good option for a quick and easy dessert.


KYEYUNE JOHN
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. I especially liked the fact that they're not too sweet. I will definitely be making these again.


Sammy Seymore
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These bars were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly! I used fresh cherries from my backyard and they were so flavorful. The chocolate ganache on top was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Sadam Marwat
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I'm not a huge fan of cherry desserts, but these bars were surprisingly delicious. The chocolate and cherry flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the crust was nice and flaky. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a


Moris Rubeihayo
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These chocolate cherry bars were a hit with my family! The combination of chocolate and cherries is always a winner, and the crust was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making these again.


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