Cherry Chocolate Brownies Recipe
Description: Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Cherry Chocolate Brownies, a heavenly creation that seamlessly combines the rich goodness of chocolate with the fruity burst of maraschino cherries. This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, promises a blissful experience for your taste buds. Perfect for dessert lovers, these brownies are a fantastic addition to your repertoire of delectable treats. 🍫🍒
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 174.2
- Fat Content: 10.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 31.2mg
- Sodium Content: 82.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 13.1g
- Protein Content: 2.3g
Servings: 24
Ingredients:
- 2 cups butter
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 cup eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1 cup unsifted flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup Quicker Quaker Oats
- 3/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
- 2/3 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 2/3 cup vegetable shortening
- 1.5 cups chocolate chips
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to a tantalizing 350°F, setting the stage for the culinary magic about to unfold. 🌡️🍫
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Prepare Chocolate Base: In a 2-quart heavy saucepan over low heat, embark on a sensory journey as you melt 1 cup of chocolate chips with the velvety embrace of butter. Stir this symphony constantly until it achieves a heavenly texture; then, remove it from the heat. Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla, creating a decadent foundation for your brownie masterpiece. 🍫🍯🥚
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually introduce flour, baking powder, and salt into the chocolate elixir, ensuring a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. The kitchen becomes a canvas as you fold in oats, nuts, 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, and the jewel-like maraschino cherries. 🍒🌰🥄
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Spread the Love: With an artistic flair, spread this luscious concoction into a greased 9 x 13″ pan, allowing the symphony of ingredients to dance together. 🕺🎂
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Bake to Perfection: Place your creation into the preheated oven, letting it bake at 350°F for approximately 25 minutes. Your senses will be tantalized as the aroma of chocolate and cherries fills the air. Ensure perfection by inserting a toothpick; it should emerge clean, heralding the completion of this culinary masterpiece. 🕰️👩🍳
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Cool and Cut: Allow your brownie creation to cool on a rack, setting the stage for the grand finale. As anticipation builds, cut the brownies into 4 by 6 squares across the pan, creating 24 bite-sized pieces of heaven. 🍴✂️
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Cherry Finale: Sprinkle the remaining chopped cherries over the top, infusing each square with a burst of fruity delight. The visual appeal is enhanced, creating a treat that is as beautiful as it is delicious. 🍒🎉
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Chocolate Drizzle: In a small, heavy saucepan over low heat, let the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and vegetable shortening melt into a velvety liquid. Stir this concoction constantly, creating a mesmerizing chocolate drizzle. Let your artistic instincts take over as you generously drizzle this chocolate elixir over the brownies, crafting a lacey pattern that elevates the visual appeal to new heights. 🍫🎨
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Chill and Recut: To set the chocolate masterpiece, chill your creation for about 15 minutes. The anticipation builds as the chocolate transforms into a work of art. Once set, recut the brownies, revealing the intricate patterns and ensuring each piece is a visual and culinary delight. ❄️✂️
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From the Kitchen of Carole: This recipe is a treasure from the kitchen of Carole, sourced from Ghiradelli – a testament to the time-honored tradition of sharing culinary love. Share these Cherry Chocolate Brownies with friends and family, creating moments of joy and indulgence. 🍫❤️👩🍳
In every bite of these Cherry Chocolate Brownies, savor the union of rich chocolate, nutty goodness, and the delightful surprise of maraschino cherries. This recipe is not just a guide; it’s an invitation to embark on a culinary adventure, creating memories that linger long after the last crumb has disappeared. Enjoy the journey! 🌈👨🍳
