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–+ servings

Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Medium Bowl
  • 8x8 Baking Pan (Metal)

Ingredients  

  • 4 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, 60-70% cocoa, roughly chopped
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling

Instructions 

  • Position the rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch metal pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine chopped chocolate, ¼ cup of cocoa powder, and espresso powder in a heatproof bowl.
  • Heat the butter over medium in a small saucepan until it comes to a vigorous simmer for about 5 minutes, swirling occasionally. Pour hot butter over the chocolate mixture. Let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
  • Whisk sugar, eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes, with an electric mixer. Mix in oil.
  • Pour in the melted chocolate mixture, mixing until combined.
  • Sift together the remaining cocoa powder, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
  • Gently fold in cherry pie filling, keeping cherries intact.
  • Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick shows moist crumbs.
  • Cool completely before cutting.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value is only for the chocolate cherry brownie and will vary based on the brand of ingredients used.  It does not include the nutritional value of any additional garnishes or toppings. It does not include the nutrition for any substitutions.
 
2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.