Cherry and Dark Chocolate Blondies

Nutritional Info;

• Wholemeal flour is higher in fibre and is also rich in vitamins B-1, B-3, and B-5, along with riboflavin and folate.
• Dark chocolate is a good source of antioxidants
• Cherries are a good source of fibre, potassium, calcium, vitamin A and folic acid.

Ingredients:

• 100g dark chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup rice bran syrup or organic maple syrup
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 cups wholemeal flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup (175g) pitted cherries

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Grease an 18cm x 28cm (base) rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, allowing a 2cm overhang on all sides.
2. Place rice bran syrup, egg and oil into a large bowl and whisk until combined.
3. Add salt and flour and mix until just combined, careful not to over-mix.
4. Add cherries and chocolate chips and mix until evenly distributed.
5. Bake for approximately 12-15 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
6. Let the blondies sit for 5-10 minutes until ready to eat.