Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that combines the rich, velvety allure of dark chocolate with the sweet-tart burst of black cherries in a brownie recipe that's guaranteed to become your new obsession. These aren't just ordinary brownies – they're a luxurious dessert experience that transforms simple ingredients into a mind-blowing treat that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a baking enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates extraordinary desserts, these Black Cherry Chocolate Brownies are about to revolutionize your sweet tooth's expectations!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 brownies
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup black cherries, pitted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- Create a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter together, stirring constantly until smooth and fully combined.
- Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and let it cool slightly. Whisk in the sugar until well incorporated, ensuring the mixture is not too hot to prevent scrambling the eggs.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition to create a rich, glossy batter.
- Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, mixing just until no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Fold in the chopped black cherries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan, then cut into 16 equal squares.
- For best flavor, let the brownies rest for an additional hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the most intense flavor profile.
- Ensure your eggs and butter are at room temperature for smoother mixing.
- Don't overmix the batter – this can lead to tough, dense brownies.
- Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
- Let the brownies cool completely to allow the flavors to fully develop.
- For extra richness, consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.
- Store brownies in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.
- For a gourmet touch, serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- If black cherries are out of season, frozen cherries work just as well.
- Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean, precise cuts when serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 45mg
