How to Make Black Forest Brownies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black Forest Brownies are a decadent and indulgent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream into one delightful treat. They are a delightful twist on the classic brownie recipe, and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

The origin of Black Forest Brownies can be traced back to the Black Forest region of Germany, where the famous Black Forest cake is believed to have originated. This cake is known for its layers of chocolate cake, cherries, and wh...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 4 (1 ounce) squares semi-sweet baking chocolate
  • ¾ cup butter
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup packed all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup pecans
  • ½ cup dried cherries
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with enough aluminum foil to hang over the edges. Spray the foil with cooking spray.
  • Melt baking chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes. Stir sugar into chocolate mixture until dissolved. Cool mixture slightly.
  • Mix eggs into into chocolate mixture until well mixed; stir in vanilla extract. Stir flour into chocolate mixture just until batter is moistened.
  • Process pecans and dried cherries in a food processor until chopped; fold into batter with chocolate chips. Spread batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until brownies begin to pull away from the edges and are set in the middle, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    195 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 51mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 39mg