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Tasty Christmas Cherry Bars Dessert

Tasty Christmas Cherry Bars Dessert: A Sweet Holiday Delight

Tasty Christmas Cherry Bars Dessert is a delightful blend of buttery shortbread, sweet-tart cherries, and creamy white chocolate, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • ½ cup Butter Rich and creamy; use margarine for non-dairy option.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitution: A gluten-free flour blend works too!
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Substitution: Brown sugar offers a deeper flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Dried Cherries Substitution: Swap with dried cranberries or apricots for a twist.
  • ½ cup White Chocolate Chips Substitution: Dark chocolate chips can deepen the flavor profile.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (e.g., pistachios or walnuts) Omit for nut-free versions.
  • 1 tablespoon Zest (lemon or orange) Adds a refreshing citrus note that brightens the bars.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of softened butter with ¾ cup of granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the creamed mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined.
  4. Transfer the shortbread mixture into the greased baking pan and press it evenly into the bottom.
  5. Sprinkle 1 cup of dried cherries and ½ cup of white chocolate chips over the shortbread base, and gently press them in.
  6. Mix any remaining shortbread mixture with ¼ cup of granulated sugar and melted butter, then sprinkle over the cherries and chocolate.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 1-2 hours before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature and avoid overmixing to maintain texture. Cool completely for clean slices.

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