Chocolate Covered Cherry Magic Bars
Indulge in the delightful Chocolate Covered Cherry Magic Bars, a perfect sweet treat for any occasion! These layered dessert bars combine rich chocolate and sweet cherries for an irresistible experience. Ideal for gatherings or a satisfying snack, their chewy texture and robust flavor make them a standout choice. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up these delicious bars in no time. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with ice cream, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 stick butter (8 tablespoons)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 10 oz jar of maraschino cherries, drained and halved
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and cocoa powder. Melt the butter and mix with the dry ingredients until crumbly. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Sprinkle the crust with chocolate chips evenly.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vanilla extract, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the crust and chocolate chips, then top with halved maraschino cherries.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg