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Chocolate Cherry Bars

Chocolate Cherry Bars

The ultimate indulgence awaits with these Chocolate Cherry Bars. Rich, chocolaty, and bursting with sweet cherries, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Ideal for any occasion, these easy-to-make bars are sure to please everyone. Try them tonight!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 15.25 ounces Devil's Food cake mix
  • 21 ounces cherry pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This ensures that your Chocolate Cherry Bars bake evenly.
  2. Grease and flour a 15" x 10" jelly roll pan. This step is essential to prevent the bars from sticking and to make cutting them easier later on.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Devil's Food cake mix, cherry pie filling, almond extract, and beaten eggs. Use a stand mixer or an electric mixer to mix until everything is fully incorporated. You want a smooth batter without lumps.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. This helps ensure that all parts of the bars bake uniformly.
  5. Place the pan in the oven and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 to 30 minutes. Start checking for doneness around the 20-minute mark by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, your bars are ready!
  6. As soon as you take the bars out of the oven, prepare the icing. In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk. Bring it to a boil for one minute. This will create a rich, creamy icing.
  7. After boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Mix until the chips are completely melted and the icing is smooth.
  8. Spread the icing over the warm bars, allowing it to melt slightly into the batter for extra flavor. This step is crucial for getting that delicious chocolate topping.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before attempting to cut them. It’s important for the icing to harden slightly, making it easier to slice.
  10. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve! Enjoy your homemade Chocolate Cherry Bars as a delightful dessert or snack.

Notes

To store leftovers, make sure the bars are completely cooled to room temperature. Cover them tightly with the pan cover or wrap in plastic wrap or foil to keep them fresh.