Cherry season is here and the sweet, juicy fruit pairs beautifully with chocolate. Today I’m sharing a simple, irresistible recipe for Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies — not brownies, not cookies, but dense, chewy blondies studded with cherries and chocolate chips.
What Are Blondies Anyway
Blondies are a bar cookie with a rich, buttery, and slightly chewy texture. If you enjoy brownies, chocolate chip cookies or other dense baked treats, you’ll appreciate the satisfying texture of blondies. They have the fudgy interior of a brownie combined with the sweet, buttery flavor you love in cookies — and when you add fresh cherries and chocolate chips, the result is a delightful summer treat.
This variation starts from a classic, straightforward blondie batter. I stirred in chocolate chips and chopped fresh cherries to brighten the flavor and add a pop of color and juiciness. The cherries stay moist during baking and complement the chocolate perfectly. These blondies are easy to make, slice neatly, and travel well for picnics, potlucks, or an afternoon snack.
Here’s What You Need to Make Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies
- Plain (all-purpose) flour
- Brown sugar
- Butter, melted
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips
- Fresh cherries, pitted and roughly chopped
Note: the full ingredient measurements and the step-by-step method are included in the recipe card below.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line and lightly grease an 8 x 8 inch (20 x 20 cm) baking pan; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until just combined. Add the vanilla and the egg and whisk until smooth. Stir in the flour until incorporated; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and the chopped cherries, distributing them evenly through the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Allow the blondies to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into 16 squares.
How to Serve These Blondies
These blondies are delicious served warm or at room temperature. For a quick snack or a box lunch they’re perfect on their own. To turn them into a special summer dessert, warm a blondie briefly and top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream and a few extra fresh cherries. They also pair nicely with a cup of coffee or iced tea.
Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies
Easy, buttery blondies loaded with chocolate chips and fresh cherries — a bright, summery twist on a classic bar cookie.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and roughly chopped
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with parchment and grease lightly.
- Whisk melted butter and brown sugar until combined. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Stir in flour until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries. Spread batter in prepared pan.
- Bake about 20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool on a wire rack, then slice into 16 squares.
Tip: If your cherries are especially juicy, pat them dry after chopping to avoid adding excess moisture to the batter. Frozen cherries can be used but do not thaw them completely before mixing to prevent bleeding into the batter.
Nutrition (approx. per blondie): 185 kcal. Values are estimates and will vary based on exact ingredients and portion size.
If you enjoyed this recipe, bookmark it and try variations by substituting dried cherries, adding chopped nuts, or using white chocolate chips for a different flavor profile. These blondies are flexible and forgiving — perfect for home bakers of any level.
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