Chocolate Cherry Brownies
Indulge in the rich decadence of these Chocolate Cherry Brownies, a perfect blend of fudgy chocolate goodness and bursts of tangy sweetness from dried cherries. These homemade brownies are enhanced with semi-sweet chocolate and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder for a deep chocolate flavor, while the optional addition of chopped walnuts provides a delightful crunch. Easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep, these brownies bake to perfection in under 35 minutes, making them an effortless dessert or snack. Satisfy your cravings with these crowd-pleasers, whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on their own with a glass of milk. Perfect for chocolate lovers who appreciate a fruity twist, these brownies are destined to be your next go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams brown sugar, packed
- 3 units large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 130 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons baking powder
- 120 grams dried cherries
- 70 grams chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Stir in the melted chocolate and butter mixture until fully combined. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the dried cherries and, if desired, the chopped walnuts for an extra crunch.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for the fudgiest result.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes. Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang and slice into 12 squares.
Serve and enjoy these chocolate cherry brownies as a treat with a glass of milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 251.2 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.6 g | 628% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1347 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 597.4 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 443.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 1158 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
