Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies

These Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies are the perfect blend of chewy, buttery bar cookies and rich, fruity flavor. Each bite delivers sweet cherries and gooey chocolate chips in a soft vanilla base — simple to bake, hard to resist. Whether you’re baking for a picnic, party, or just a cozy night in, this dessert delivers crowd-pleasing comfort with a twist.

Tray of cherry and chocolate chip blondies.
Clock symbol indicating preparation, baking, and chilling times

Prep – 15 minutes
Bake – 25 minutes

Two stacked dessert bars with a textured surface, representing baked dessert bars.

16 squares
Ingredients
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (100g) pitted cherries, chopped
  • ½ cup (85g) chocolate chips
Instructions
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment.
  • Mix butter and sugar. Stir in egg and vanilla. Add flour and salt, then fold in cherries and chocolate chips.
  • Spread into pan. Bake 25 minutes until golden. Cool fully before slicing.

Tips & Tricks

  • Use fresh, pitted cherries when in season, or high-quality jarred or frozen (thawed and well-drained).

  • Fold in chocolate chips gently to keep the batter soft and airy.

  • Don’t overbake — remove from the oven when the center is just set for maximum chewiness.

  • Serve slightly warm for gooey chocolate pockets, or let them cool fully for clean slicing.

  • Enjoy as-is, or top with a scoop of vanilla or cherry ice cream for a plated dessert.

  • Excellent served with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk.

Related Recipes

  • Cherry Pie Bars – Another cherry-forward treat, but with a pie-like texture and glaze.
  • Cherry Sorbet – A bright, frozen pairing to contrast the blondie’s richness.
  • Fudgy Brownies – Rich, dense, and irresistibly chocolatey, these fudgy brownies boast a gooey center and a crackly top — perfect for any chocolate lover.