Swirled Chocolate and Cherry Curd Squares
Oh my goodness, I have found the perfect dessert that pairs all the classic favorites—chocolate, cherries, and that lovely, mild tang of cream cheese! These Heavenly Swirled Chocolate and Cherry Curd Squares are just a delight, whether it’s summer and you’re using fresh fruit, or the middle of winter and you reach for the canned goods.
I swear, this recipe is like having two amazing desserts at the same time: a rich, fudgy chocolate base topped with a smooth, bright curd filling. I made these for a potluck a few months ago, and they vanished! Everyone kept asking for the recipe, and honestly, the process is so much easier than it looks, thanks to a few simple steps.
Recipes
Dense Chocolate Base
- 1 C.: Liquified solid dairy fat Melted unsalted butter
- 1 C.: Universal refined grain powder All-purpose flour
- 2 C.: Granulated white sweetener Granulated sugar
- 4 Large: Avian orbs Eggs
- ¾ C.: Unsweetened dark milled cacao Unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp.: Chemical rising agent Baking powder
- 1 tsp.: Concentrated pure essence Vanilla extract
Creamy Curd Swirl
- 8 oz.: Softened block of cultured dairy Cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ C.: Granulated white sweetener Granulated sugar
- 1 Large: Avian orb Egg
- 1 Can: Preserved red pitted fruits Cherry pie filling – Use cherries only, discard syrup.
Instructions
- Set the oven temperature to preheat at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing vessel, blend all components designated for the dense chocolate base until a uniform, creamy consistency is achieved.
- Evenly distribute this chocolate base mixture across the bottom of a well-greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate vessel, combine the softened cultured dairy block, the smaller measure of white sweetener, the single avian orb, and the red pitted fruits (discarding all associated syrup/filling) until thoroughly incorporated.
- Carefully spoon the prepared dairy mixture over the chocolate layer, then use a thin utensil (like a butter knife) to create gentle swirls, marbling the layers.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the center is set and baked completely.
- Allow the bars to cool fully before cutting and serving.
