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Delicious Dark Chocolate Cherry Brownies Recipe with Easy Ganache Topping

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These fudgy dark chocolate cherry brownies feature a moist texture with a burst of tart cherry flavor, topped with a silky, easy ganache. Perfect for quick, indulgent desserts with a fruity twist.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95 g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (160 g) dark cherry preserves (whole fruit preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 4 oz (115 g) dark chocolate chips for ganache

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined and slightly thick.
  4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture. Stir gently with a spatula until fully incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until thick and fudgy.
  6. Spread half the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Dollop the cherry preserves over this layer and spread slightly to avoid clumps.
  7. Top with the remaining batter, smoothing the surface so the cherry layer peeks through in spots.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Insert a toothpick near the center; moist crumbs are perfect. If wet batter remains, bake a few more minutes but avoid overbaking.
  9. While brownies bake, prepare the ganache: heat heavy cream until just simmering (do not boil). Pour over dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
  10. Once brownies are out of the oven, let cool for 10-15 minutes. Pour warm ganache evenly over the top and spread with a spatula.
  11. Allow ganache to set at room temperature for about an hour or refrigerate for 20 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for best flavor. Avoid overmixing batter to keep brownies fudgy. Drain excess syrup from cherry preserves to prevent sogginess. Warm ganache gently if it thickens before pouring. Let brownies cool before adding ganache to avoid melting.

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Keywords: dark chocolate brownies, cherry brownies, ganache topping, fudgy brownies, easy dessert, chocolate cherry dessert

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