Black Bottom Cherry Cheesecake Bars
INGREDIENTS
•
1 cup Ghirardelli® 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Baking Chips (divided)
•
1/2 cup unsalted butter
•
Nonstick cooking spray
•
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
•
2 large eggs
•
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
•
1 cup all-purpose flour
•
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
•
1/4 teaspoon salt
•
2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
•
1 cup cherry preserves
•
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
•
5 to 6 drops red food coloring (optional)
•
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
•
1 teaspoon shortening
ADVERTISEMENT