Black Forest Brownies – Fudgy, Fruity, and Totally Decadent
What happens when rich chocolate brownies meet the classic Black Forest cake? Magic. These Black Forest Brownies are ultra-fudgy, swirled with juicy cherries, and topped with a cloud of whipped cream – a dreamy fusion of two favorite desserts.
Ingredients
For the brownie base:
• 170g (6 oz) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
• 115g (½ cup) unsalted butter
• 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 90g (¾ cup) all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• 200g (1 ½ cups) pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
Optional (but recommended):
• 2 tbsp cherry liqueur (e.g. Kirsch) or 1 tsp almond extract
For the topping:
• 250ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Chocolate shavings or curls (for garnish)
• Extra cherries (for decoration)
Instructions
1 Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan with parchment paper.
2 Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (or use a microwave in 20-second bursts). Stir until smooth and glossy. Let it cool slightly.
3 Mix in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla (plus cherry liqueur or almond extract if using). Whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
4 Fold in the flour and salt until just combined – don’t overmix. Gently fold in the cherries.
5 Pour into the pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set but still a bit soft – we want them fudgy!
6 Cool completely in the pan before adding the topping.
7 Make the whipped cream topping: In a cold bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
8 Assemble: Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the cooled brownies. Top with chocolate shavings and a few extra cherries for that Black Forest flair.
9 Chill for 30–60 minutes before slicing, or serve immediately if you can’t wait.
Rich. Boozy. Chocolatey. Cherry perfection. 🍒🍫
Tips:
• You can use jarred morello cherries or canned cherries if fresh aren’t available – just drain them well.
• For extra indulgence, drizzle with cherry syrup or dark chocolate ganache.