These fudgy brownies are packed with dark chocolate, cherries, and a hint of almond flavor. They are the perfect blend of sweet and tart, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup canned tart cherries, drained and chopped
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the sugar and stir until well combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the dark chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Whisk the eggs and almond extract into the chocolate mixture until smooth.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Interesting Facts
The Black Forest brownie is inspired by the classic German dessert, Black Forest cake, which features layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries.
The addition of almond extract in the brownies enhances the cherry flavor and gives them a unique twist.