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Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies

Rich, fudgy, and bursting with juicy roasted cherries, these Roasted Chocolate Cherry Brownies are an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Roasting the cherries intensifies their sweetness while pairing perfectly with rich chocolate for an easy recipe that’s ideal for dessert lovers, holiday baking, family gatherings, and delicious food ideas. Whether you’re searching for easy dessert recipes, chocolate brownie recipes, or homemade baking inspiration, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cherries, washed, pitted, and halved
  • Sprinkle of sugar
  • 1⅓ cups white granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅓ cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the cherries on a parchment-lined baking sheet, sprinkle with sugar, and roast for 15–20 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  5. Whisk together the sugar, eggs, egg yolk, melted butter, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. In another bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
  7. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  8. Stir in the chocolate chips and roasted cherries.
  9. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  10. Bake for 32–38 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  11. Cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Roast the cherries to enhance their sweetness and reduce excess moisture.
  • Slightly underbake for perfectly fudgy brownies.
  • Cool completely before slicing for clean, neat squares.
  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Roasting, Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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