Death by Cherry Brownies
Indulge in pure chocolate decadence with these "Death by Cherry Brownies," a luscious dessert that combines the richness of fudgy chocolate with bursts of tart, juicy cherries. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly moist, these gourmet brownies are loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chunks, and fresh or frozen cherries, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. The hint of unsweetened cocoa powder enhances the deep chocolate flavor, while the slight gooey center offers an indulgent texture that's impossible to resist. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, these cherry-filled brownies are perfect for dinner parties, special occasions, or satisfying late-night cravings. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch, and watch these treats become the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cherries
- 0.5 cups dark chocolate chunks
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar and egg mixture, whisking constantly to incorporate.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the remaining 0.5 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chunks, and chopped cherries to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake the brownies in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly gooey. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
Cut into 9 squares and garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar, if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 226.0 g | 290% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.7 g | 653% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1458 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 675.8 g | 246% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.3 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 510.8 g | ||
| Protein | 65.4 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 38.1 mg | 212% | |
| Potassium | 2629 mg | 56% | |
*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.
