Merry Cherry Bars

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 18, 2003

This is one of our all time favorites. Tastes like a shortbread cookie. Helpful Tip: I keep an eye on this while it is cooking as my oven cooks unevenly. If the edges are browning before the middle is finished, I cover the edges with foil and use a toothpick in the center to check doneness.

—ILENE M

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 10, 2002

This was a holiday mess! They were over done on the other edges, and underdone in the middle.

—CREAGER

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15 Ratings

Nov 14, 2003

Make this recipe in a 10x15 inch pan and cook for 25 - 30 minutes, and it turns out very well. This delicious cookie is a favorite of my family. The red and green candies with drizzled white frosting make this a pretty cookie that is easy to decorate.

—ASMITH1012

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Jan 10, 2008

I got this recipe from my mother-in-law. She uses red cherries only, does not chop the chocolate candies, and bakes them in a jelly roll pan. They look beautiful and taste great!

—LMARGARET

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Dec 19, 2005

What a simple, tasty treat! The only bad thing was that it took forever to bake at the recommended heat, since I'm at high altitude; next time, I'll try it about 25' hotter. On the other hand, the slow baking ensured that it baked evenly all the way through - no gooshy middle. Another idea (specifically for the holidays) is to use just red or red and green candy pieces, to make it look more appealing; one of the other reviews for this was right - the multi-colored candy shells makes them look funky. By the way, if you have a mixer, use it! Mixing this by hand takes a lot out of your muscles.

—trixiecei

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Dec 21, 2009

Had my son pick out the red and green coloured mini 'chocolates' while I prepared the dough. Baked these much longer to cook the 'middle' but still it was kinda gooey while the edges were becoming overcooked. A hit at the family Christmas tho and will make again.

—Maiden

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Dec 18, 2011

WOW! These squares are simply delicious and festive looking too. I didn't change a thing in this recipe. MMMMMM...so good!

—Betty Crockers Sister

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Dec 20, 2005

This short-bread type bar is excellent. It's hard to really describe - but it's great. I took it to a gathering of diverse individuals and everybody loved it!!

—SNOOKSROGERS

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Nutrition

Calories
131 kcal
7%

Carbohydrates
18.6 g
6%

Cholesterol
20 mg
7%

Fat
5.9 g
9%

Fiber
0.3 g
1%

Protein
1.1 g
2%

Sodium
59 mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Merry Cherry Bars

Serving Size: 1/36 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 36
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 131
Calories from Fat: 53

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.9g 9 %
** Saturated Fat 3.7g 18 %
Cholesterol 20mg 7 %
Sodium 59mg 2 %
** Potassium 20mg < 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 18.6g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1 %
Protein 1.1g 2 %
Sugars 12.6g
** Vitamin A 3 %
** Vitamin C < 1 %
** Calcium < 1 %
** Iron 5 %
** Thiamin 6 %
** Niacin 5 %
** Vitamin B6 < 1 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate 8 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.