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Fudgy Cherry Brownies Ganache

Fudgy Cherry Brownies Ganache for Pure Chocolate Bliss

Experience the rich, chocolatey Fudgy Cherry Brownies Ganache, perfectly balanced with juicy cherries for irresistible bliss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Substituting with coconut oil yields a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Espresso Powder Feel free to skip if desired!
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup Cherries Using well-drained frozen cherries works perfectly too.
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Whipping Cream

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Fudgy Cherry Brownies Ganache
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 23x33 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter, then stir in cocoa powder until smooth.
  3. Whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fold in flour, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt until no dry spots remain.
  5. Carefully fold in chocolate chips and chopped cherries.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  7. Make the ganache by combining chocolate chips and cream; heat and stir until smooth.
  8. Drizzle warm ganache over cooled brownies and let it set for 20 to 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to preserve the fudgy texture. Ensure cherries are well-drained to prevent sogginess.

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