Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Decadent Chocolate Chip Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Bars. These rich and buttery treats combine dark chocolate chips and sweet maraschino cherries to create a mouthwatering dessert perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy nights at home. Easy to make and customizable, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike, offering a unique twist on traditional shortbread that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup margarine (or butter)
- 1 cup SPLENDA® Naturals Sugar & Stevia Sweetener Blend
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or milk chocolate)
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (or fresh cherries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the margarine and SPLENDA® blend using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add vanilla and almond extracts, mixing until incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and cherries gently with a spatula.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg