These cherry chocolate brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with deep chocolate flavor and juicy cherries in every bite. They are the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and indulgent, making them a standout dessert for any occasion.
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- Why everyone loves Cherry Chocolate Brownies
- Ingredients to Make Cherry Chocolate Brownies
- Kitchen Tools
- How to make Cherry Chocolate Brownies
- Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
- Eileen's Tips for the best Brownies
- Variations to Chocolate Cherry Brownies
- Cherry Chocolate Brownie FAQs
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Why everyone loves Cherry Chocolate Brownies
- You will love how incredibly fudgy and rich these brownies turn out with every bite.
- The juicy cherries add a fresh, slightly tart flavor that perfectly balances the sweetness.
- This recipe is simple to make using basic pantry ingredients you likely already have.
- These brownies are perfect for serving at parties, holidays, or as an everyday sweet treat.
If you enjoy chocolate desserts, you might also like recipes like chocolate covered fruit, chocolate beignets, or chocolate covered strawberries. They all have that same irresistible mix of chocolate and fruit.
Ingredients to Make Cherry Chocolate Brownies
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Pure vanilla extract
- All-Purpose flour
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Salt
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Chopped pitted cherries
Kitchen Tools
- 9x13 baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Sifter
- Stainless steel mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons and cups
How to make Cherry Chocolate Brownies
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- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until fully combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped cherries until evenly distributed.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Storage - Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Make-ahead - You can bake these brownies a day in advance. The flavor actually gets even better as they sit.
Freezing - Wrap individual brownies tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Eileen's Tips for the best Brownies
- Be careful not to overmix the batter after adding the dry ingredients, as this can make the brownies tough instead of tender.
- Make sure the cherries are well-drained before folding them into the batter to prevent excess moisture.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips to achieve the best rich chocolate flavor.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting so you get clean, neat slices.
Variations to Chocolate Cherry Brownies
Do you want to change up this recipe?
- Fruit: You can swap the cherries for raspberries or strawberries for a slightly different fruity flavor.
- Nuts: Try adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for a bit of crunch.
- Chocolate: Use dark chocolate chips instead of semisweet for a deeper, more intense chocolate taste.
- For an extra indulgent finish, drizzle chocolate ganache over the brownies after they have cooled.
Cherry Chocolate Brownie FAQs
Can I use frozen cherries?
How do I know when brownies are done?
Can I make these in a smaller pan?
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Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the pan with unsalted butter .
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup unsalted butter (melted) and 2 cups granulated sugar until combined.
- To the mixing bowl, add 4 large eggs and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, whisk until smooth.
- Sift in 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt, stir just until combined.
- Fold in 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips and 1½ cups chopped pitted cherries.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Karen T
Made these brownies yesterday- the kids loves them. I wanted something different for a Mothers Day party next week. So we tried this brownie recipe and it was a hit
Eileen Murphy Kelly
I have been loving these brownies and so glad you enjoy it too, Karen.