Description
Indulge in these rich and decadent Chocolate Cherry Brownies, featuring a dense, fudgy cocoa base studded with tart, plump cherries. This recipe relies on high-quality cocoa powder and the natural moisture of cherries to create a professional-grade dessert. With a texture that is perfectly moist and soft, these brownies are easy to slice and even easier to enjoy. They offer a delightful balance of deep bitter chocolate and bright fruit acidity that is sure to satisfy any sweet craving.
Ingredients
1 cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
2 cups pitted cherries, halved (fresh or thawed)
1 cup butter, melted and cooled
4 large eggs, room temperature
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Line a square 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Whisk the melted butter and cocoa powder in a large bowl until smooth.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Fold the flour into the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold the prepared cherries into the thick brownie batter.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.
Notes
Use a kitchen scale to measure flour for the best density results. Fresh or frozen dark cherries work best in this recipe. Ensure the butter is cooled slightly before adding eggs to prevent scrambling. Allow to cool fully for the cleanest slices.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Trending
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
