Description
Indulgent Black Forest Brownies bring German chocolate charm to classic dessert lovers. Rich cocoa, cherries, and whipped cream create a luxurious mini treat you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (56 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
Binding Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) canned or jarred cherries (drained, juice reserved)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) cherry juice (from can)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a 6×6 inch or loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring extra overhang for easy brownie removal.
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl, then vigorously whisk in sugar until thoroughly blended. Incorporate egg and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly lighter in appearance.
- Sift cocoa powder into the wet ingredients, then gently fold in flour and salt. Mix until ingredients are just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Transfer batter to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
- Allow brownies to cool completely within the pan. Meanwhile, drain cherries, reserving 2 tablespoons of their juice for additional flavor enhancement.
- Once cooled, create multiple small holes across the brownie surface using a fork. Carefully drizzle reserved cherry juice, allowing it to penetrate the brownie.
- Distribute drained cherries evenly over the surface. Optional: top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an indulgent finish. Serve and enjoy immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for richer, deeper chocolate flavor that elevates the entire brownie experience.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough, dense brownies; gently fold ingredients until just combined for a tender crumb.
- Use room temperature egg for smoother batter integration and more consistent brownie texture.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free baking blend, ensuring same measurement proportions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg