Cherry Truffle Squares Recipe

Decadent Cherry Truffle Squares – a rich and irresistible dessert! This easy Pillsbury bake-off inspired recipe combines buttery shortbread with a luscious chocolate ganache and juicy cherries. Perfect for parties or a special treat, these squares are sure to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 99.1 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Cherry Truffle Squares 23

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Truffle Squares

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Cherry Truffle Squares? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Cherry Truffle Squares

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Unroll 1 package (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury pie crusts. Cut each crust crosswise in half, then cut each half lengthwise in half.
  3. Press the dough into the bottom of an ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan using floured fingers.
  4. Bake for 12-16 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool completely (about 45 minutes).
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the chocolate ganache: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter.
  7. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes).
  8. Stir in 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons light corn syrup, and 1 tablespoon milk. Mix until well combined.
  9. Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  10. Spread the ganache evenly over the cooled crust.
  11. Top with 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries.
  12. Gently press the cherries into the ganache.
  13. Prepare the white chocolate topping: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine 6 ounces white chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon shortening.
  14. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes).
  15. Spoon the melted white chocolate over the cherry filling and spread evenly.
  16. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or until set.
  17. Cut into squares or diamond shapes.
  18. Garnish with chocolate shavings (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

11g

Carbs

4g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Desserts Fruit Oven Finger Food Vegetarian Cookies And Brownies Chocolate Bar Cookies Dietary Pitted Fruit Cherries Taste Mood Sweet To Go Equipment Number Of Servings Presentation