Description

Fudgy brownies enhanced with juicy, caramelized roasted cherries that add natural sweetness and depth of flavor, creating a decadent and rustic chocolate treat.

Ingredients

1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss cherries with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; spread on parchment-lined baking sheet.
Roast cherries for 10-15 minutes until caramelized and softened; set aside to cool.
Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and sugar, stirring until smooth.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder; fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
Gently fold in roasted cherries, reserving some for topping if desired.
Pour batter into greased or parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking pan.
Sprinkle reserved cherries on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out with moist crumbs.
Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

Yields about 9 brownies.

Variations: add chopped nuts, swirl cream cheese for marbled effect, mix in dark chocolate chunks, or substitute cherries with raspberries or blueberries.

Store brownies in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days; rewarm slightly before serving.

Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months; thaw before eating.

Use thawed and drained frozen cherries to avoid excess moisture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Roasting and Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 250
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg