Description
Decadent fudgy brownies featuring bright cherry bursts, topped with a silky chocolate-cherry ganache.
Ingredients
- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup cherry preserves
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth.
- Whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Fold in flour and salt until just combined.
- Gently fold in the cherry preserves.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until edges are set.
- Let the brownies cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare ganache by heating heavy cream to 185°F (85°C) and mixing with chopped chocolate until smooth.
- Pour ganache over the cooled brownies and chill for at least 1 hour to set.
Notes
For best results, use 60–70% cocoa chocolate. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American