Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies
Indulge in the comforting delight of Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies, a dessert that beautifully marries fudgy chocolate with the sweet burst of roasted cherries. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies are rich, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to make. With each bite, you’ll experience a decadent combination of gooey chocolate and juicy cherries that elevates this classic treat to new heights. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in, these brownies are sure to impress everyone around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cherries (washed, pitted, and halved)
- 1 1/3 cups white granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread halved cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with sugar. Roast for 10 minutes and let cool.
- Lower oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). Prepare an 8×8 inch baking pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, melted butter, oil, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Mix in half of the roasted cherries and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Top with remaining cherries and extra chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly underbaked.
- Allow cooling before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg