Description
Decadent Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies combining rich dark chocolate with fresh cherries for a perfect balance of sweet and tart in a fudgy, moist dessert. These brownies feature a silky chocolate base with juicy cherry bursts, baked to perfection and ideal for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and clean edges.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a heatproof bowl set over simmering water (double boiler), gently melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together until fully smooth and combined, ensuring no lumps.
- Mix Sugars and Eggs: Remove the chocolate mixture from heat. Whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar thoroughly. Then add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition to create a smooth, glossy batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep a tender brownie texture.
- Incorporate Cherries: Fold in the chopped fresh cherries evenly throughout the batter, distributing the fruit for tasty pockets in every bite.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft for a fudgy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 equal pieces to ensure clean cuts and set texture.
Notes
- Use fresh cherries for the best flavor, or substitute with frozen thawed cherries if fresh are unavailable.
- Do not overbake; pulling brownies out with a slightly soft center ensures a fudgy texture.
- Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
