Cocoa Cherry Brownies

Name: Cocoa Cherry Brownies
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 250 g granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; 115 g plain flour; 70 g cocoa powder; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 200 g milk chocolate (, chopped); 200 g cherries (, pitted and cut into halves)

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These fudgy Cocoa Cherry Brownies are loaded with fresh and juicy cherries and sweet chocolate. They are rich, gooey and chocolaty.

This recipe for Cocoa Cherry Brownies is a decadent indulgence that ticks all the boxes for a great dessert. It is oozing with sweetness and a unique flavor that comes in a moist, fudgy, and chewy package.

Overhead shot of cocoa cherry brownies and some cherries.

If you’re one of many who can’t live without something sweet, then these chocolate cherry brownies are sure to be your newest favorite.

For more brownie recipes, check Sweetened Condensed Milk Brownies.

This Cocoa Cherry Brownies recipe entails baking but worry not, not all baked goods need to be complicated. These brownies are perfect for everyone trying to take a stab at baking and could even be elevated to greater heights for budding chefs and professionals.

Whatever your skills may be, this recipe works, and everyone gets a chance to enjoy these delectable treats without the stress and hassle that comes with making one.

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Why Does This Recipe Work?
What is in this Chocolate Cherry Brownies Recipe?
How to make Cocoa Cherry Brownies?
Top tips!
Variations!
Serving suggestions
Storage instructions
Recipe FAQs
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Why Does This Recipe Work?

I could say, this recipe works because, one, it is chocolate, and two, it is cherry. It’s a no-brainer that chocolate and cherry combined are one of the God-given creations on this planet. But, aside from the obvious fact that the flavor of this recipe is an all-time favorite, this recipe also works for several reasons:

No need to get complicated with the ingredients. The ingredients of this recipe are commonly found in family pantries or your local grocery store.
No need to buy any complicated or intimidating kitchen appliances. You can mix this by hand or via a kitchen blender. A normal cooking oven would also do for baking.
This is family-friendly. Picky eaters would surely love the sweetness of the brownies and the unique flavor that cherry brings.
This recipe is a good spin on the traditional chocolate brownie recipe. If you’re looking to surprise your loved ones with your cooking skills or just looking for something different to add to your brownie, then this recipe is perfect for you.
These gooey and fudgy brownies last long if kept and stored properly.
This recipe makes a good batch of serving enough to serve as dessert after meals or during picnics.
This easy recipe is also very versatile, it can be used as a dessert but can also be used as a complement to tea or even for a wine night with friends.
These easy homemade brownies are perfect for Christmas, Valentine’s day or special occasions.

cocoa cherry brownies on top of each others and some cherries.

What is in this Chocolate Cherry Brownies Recipe?

The ingredients that you would need to make these chewy desserts are the following:

Unsalted butter: Butter lends flavor and moisture to the recipe. Make sure to use unsalted butter though to avoid adding salt to the batter of the brownie. Your brownie might end up being too salty if you use salted butter.

Granulated sugar: White sugar is the main sweetening ingredient for the recipe; however, you can use brown sugar instead.

Eggs: Use large or medium eggs. Eggs help bind your ingredients together and add moisture to your brownies.

Plain flour: The base of the brownie. Plain flour bakes into brownies with the right amount of chewiness that characterizes all good desserts.

Unsweetened Cocoa powder: Where the recipe derives its chocolate flavor.

Salt: Salt is an additional seasoning to this recipe. A pinch of salt helps balance the sweet flavor rendered by the sugar.

Baking powder: It is a leavening agent and is used to help make the brownie rise.

Chocolate Chunks: Chocolates are used as topping in this recipe. This gives your brownies that crunchy texture at the top while the middle of the brownie must have a moist and fudgy texture. You can use either milk or dark chocolate; it is a personal preference.

Fresh Cherries: Fresh cherries are one of the main ingredients of the recipe and add their unique bittersweet taste to the chocolate. Make sure to use pitted cherries in this recipe.

Overhead shot of chocolate cherry brownies and some cherries.

How to make Cocoa Cherry Brownies?

One: Preheat your oven to 175 C / 346 F and line an 8" square baking tin with parchment paper.

Two: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until light and smooth.

Mix in butter and then mix in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Three: Mix in butter until well combined.

Four: Mix in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Fold in the chopped chocolate and cherries, and scoop into the baking pan.

Five: Fold in the chopped chocolate and cherries (save some to scatter on top) and transfer the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Scatter the remaining cherries on top.

Six: Bake in the oven for 39- 40 minutes.

Seven: Allow the brownies to cool, cut them into squares, and serve.

Top tips!

Follow these tried and tested tips for the fudgiest and most delectable cherry chocolate brownies!

You can opt to use a cherry pitter so you can pit your cherries hassle-free. It makes baking faster and easier.
If you like your brownie to be a bit moister, cook for 38 to 40 minutes. The toothpick that you use to check if the batter is cooked should come out with a few crumbs sticking to it. The heat left in the brownie will continue to cook as you let it cool down and settle.
If you like your brownie to be cakier in texture, then cook for longer minutes. I recommend cooking for 40-45 minutes.
Always allow the brownie to cool before slicing and serving. Before slicing, run your knife through hot water to make clean cuts.
The more you wait for the brownie to cool, the more that it will set, and the final product will give you the perfect texture that you’re looking for.

Variations!

Always looking to spice things up? Follow these for the top recipe variations:

You can go gluten-free by swapping all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour
Drizzle your gooey brownies with melted dark/milk chocolate or even white chocolate.
You can also top it up with nuts like almonds and walnuts.
Replace butter with vegetable oil or coconut oil.
Add a few drops of vanilla extract or almond extract for extra flavor.

Cocoa cherry brownies and some cherries.

Serving suggestions

Always serve the brownie when it is cooled and settled. You can opt to slice it into big chunks or small bit-sized chunks for easy eating. These Cocoa Cherry Brownies are perfect for desserts but can also be eaten with tea or coffee. You can also top it with a scoop of ice cream or drizzle with cherry glaze.

Storage instructions

Keep the brownies stored in an airtight container. If stored at room temperature, brownies can last for four days. If stored in the fridge, it can last for a week, but these brownies can last for three weeks when stored in the freezer.