Description
These Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies combine rich, unsweetened cocoa with caramelized cherries for a decadent twist on a classic dessert. Roasting the cherries enhances their natural sweetness and adds depth of flavor, perfectly complementing the fudgy brownie base. Ideal for chocolate lovers looking to elevate their baking with a fruity surprise.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
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 prevent sticking.
- Roast Cherries: Spread the pitted cherry halves evenly on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 15 minutes until they are caramelized and slightly softened, enhancing their flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Combine Wet Ingredients and Cherries: In another bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the roasted cherries and gently stir until well incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet cherry mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the brownies tender.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into 16 squares and serving.
Notes
- Roasting the cherries enhances their sweetness and adds a caramel-like flavor that complements the chocolate.
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best results; frozen cherries can be used but may release extra moisture.
- Be careful not to overbake to maintain a fudgy texture.
- Allow brownies to cool fully before cutting to ensure clean squares.
- For a nutty twist, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
