Cherry Oat Squares with Chocolate Drizzle are a delicious fusion of fruity sweetness and rich, dark chocolate. This recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the classic combination of cherries and chocolate in a homemade treat that’s both comforting and indulgent.
Ingredients:
- 140g butter, melted, plus extra to grease the tin
- 100g self-raising flour
- 175g caster sugar
- 175g rolled oats
- 1 egg, beaten
- 100g glacé cherries, halved
- 50g dark chocolate
Method:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking tin with baking paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the melted butter, self-raising flour, caster sugar and oatmeal until well combined.
Fold in the beaten egg, making sure the mixture is well blended.
Gently stir in the halved glacé cherries, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tin and press down firmly to form an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and set.
Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, or in a microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently, until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled oatmeal squares.
Allow the chocolate to set before cutting into squares.
