ROASTED CHOCOLATE CHERRY BROWNIES
These Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with sweet-tart roasted cherries. Perfect for dessert or gifting, they combine deep chocolate flavor with juicy cherries for an indulgent treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup roasted cherries fresh or frozen, pitted
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Melt Chocolate & Butter: In a heatproof bowl, melt butter and chocolate together until smooth.
- Mix Batter: Stir in sugar, then add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. Fold in flour and salt until just combined.
- Add Cherries: Gently fold in roasted cherries. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake: Bake 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely before cutting.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar if desired and enjoy.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Brownies can be baked a day ahead; store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add chocolate chips or a splash of almond extract for extra richness.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with ice cream, whipped cream, or as-is with coffee or tea.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: Use dairy-free chocolate and butter for a vegan version.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.