What's the difference between a blondie and a chocolate chip cookie?

A blondie is a soft dessert bar baked in a pan and sliced into squares. Meanwhile, chocolate chip cookies are individual dough portions baked separately. Blondies also contain more brown sugar and butter, which gives them a dense and chewy texture.

What is a cherry blondie?

A cherry blondie is a blondie dessert bar that includes fresh or frozen cherries mixed into the batter. The cherries add juicy fruit flavor that balances the sweet buttery base.

Do chocolate and cherries go together?

Yes, chocolate and cherries pair very well. The richness of chocolate balances the slightly tart flavor of cherries, which creates a classic dessert combination used in many baked goods.

What flavors pair well with cherries?

Cherries pair well with chocolate, vanilla, almond, lemon, and warm spices like cinnamon. These flavors complement the fruit’s natural sweetness and bright flavor.

Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies Simple Amazing Dessert

Name: Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies Simple Amazing Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup (113.5 g) butter, melted and cooled; 1 cup (220 g) brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 large egg, room temperature; 1¼ cups (175 g) all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup (135 g) dark chocolate chips; 1 cup (138 g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted (about 18 cherries)

Description

Cherry chocolate chip blondies are soft, chewy dessert bars made with buttery brown sugar batter, rich chocolate chips, and juicy sweet cherries. This easy one bowl recipe bakes in a single 8×8 pan and comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for summer baking, dessert trays, or a quick homemade treat.

Ingredients

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½ cup (113.5 g) butter, melted and cooled

1 cup (220 g) brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 large egg, room temperature

1¼ cups (175 g) all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

¾ cup (135 g) dark chocolate chips

1 cup (138 g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted (about 18 cherries)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and nonstick spray.

2. Mix melted butter and brown sugar together in a bowl until well combined.

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and stir until fully incorporated.

4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt and mix until a thick batter forms.

5. Fold in chocolate chips and pitted cherries evenly throughout the batter.

6. Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top so it bakes evenly.

7. Bake until the bars are set and lightly golden around the edges, about 30 minutes.

8. Allow the blondies to cool before slicing into squares.

Notes

Frozen cherries can be used instead of fresh. Thaw them first and remove excess liquid to prevent soggy batter.

Any type of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate can replace dark chocolate chips.

Optional add-ins such as chopped walnuts or pecans can be mixed into the batter for extra texture.

Store blondies in the refrigerator because the cherries soften over time.

Blondies can also be frozen for several months for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 blondie
Calories: 195