Black Forest Brownies

Black Forest Brownies

If you have been looking for a recipe that feels special without being complicated, this Black Forest Brownies is exactly what you need. It is the kind of dish that makes a regular weeknight feel a little more celebratory, and honestly you will want to make it again the very next weekend.

Why You Will Love This Black Forest Brownies

  • Simple ingredients you likely already have on hand
  • Comes together quickly with minimal fuss
  • Crowd-pleasing flavor that works for any occasion
  • Great for making ahead and storing

Ingredients

  • chocolate
  • butter
  • eggs
  • sugar
  • flour
  • cherry jam
  • whipped cream
  • maraschino cherries

How to Make It

Start by gathering all your ingredients and prepping your workspace. Having everything measured out before you begin makes the whole process so much smoother. Combine your ingredients in stages, building layers of flavor as you go. Pay attention to textures and visual cues rather than watching the clock too closely since every kitchen runs a little differently.

Once finished, let everything rest briefly before serving so the flavors come together perfectly. This Black Forest Brownies keeps well covered in the fridge for a few days.

Tools I Reach For

A few kitchen staples make this recipe so much easier. I use my KitchenAid Stand Mixer for baking, and a quality OXO Mixing Bowl Set is something I reach for every single time I cook.

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Black Forest Brownies

Black Forest Brownies

Fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with cherries and topped with whipped cream. A nod to the classic cake.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • whipped cream, for serving

Method
 

  1. Whisk the melted butter and sugar, then beat in the eggs.
  2. Stir in the cocoa, flour, and salt until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips.
  3. Spread into a lined 8-inch pan and dollop the cherry filling over the top, swirling with a knife.
  4. Bake at 350F for 28 to 30 minutes until set at the edges.
  5. Cool, cut into squares, and top with whipped cream and a cherry.

Notes

Do not overbake, the center should stay fudgy. Chill briefly for the cleanest cuts.
Black Forest Brownies

Black Forest Brownies

Fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with cherries and topped with whipped cream. A nod to the classic cake.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • whipped cream, for serving

Method
 

  1. Whisk the melted butter and sugar, then beat in the eggs.
  2. Stir in the cocoa, flour, and salt until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips.
  3. Spread into a lined 8-inch pan and dollop the cherry filling over the top, swirling with a knife.
  4. Bake at 350F for 28 to 30 minutes until set at the edges.
  5. Cool, cut into squares, and top with whipped cream and a cherry.

Notes

Do not overbake, the center should stay fudgy. Chill briefly for the cleanest cuts.

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