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Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Indulgent Chocolate Cherry Brownies You’ll Crave Daily

Savor the rich, fudgy goodness of Chocolate Cherry Brownies, a delightful dessert that balances chocolate and fruity flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can be swapped with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar can add extra moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for best results.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Important for flavor balance.
For the Cherries
  • 1 cup Cherries Fresh or thawed frozen cherries recommended.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips/Nuts Dairy-free chocolate for a vegan version.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt ½ cup of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in ½ cup cocoa powder and 1 cup sugar until smooth.
  4. Allow cocoa mixture to cool slightly before whisking in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Sift ½ cup flour and ¼ teaspoon salt into the mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of chopped cherries and optional chocolate chips or nuts.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes.
  8. Allow brownies to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  9. Serve with optional dusting of powdered sugar or ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. For freezing, wrap tightly and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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