Lady Arianna’s Chocolate Cherry Brownies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Decadent Lady Arianna's Chocolate Cherry Brownies recipe
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups dried cherries
1 cup port wine
1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
10 1/2 ounces dark chocolate chips ( chunks are ok )
5 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups dark brown sugar
4 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup dark chocolate piece
cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
495
Sugar
39g
Fat
28g
Lady Arianna's Chocolate Cherry Brownies are the perfect dessert for chocolate cherry lovers. Made with dried cherries soaked in port wine, these brownies have a deep cherry flavor that pairs perfectly with the rich chocolate. The recipe is a twist on classic brownies, using whole wheat pastry flour for added nutrition. These brownies are a great dessert to serve at a dinner party or to enjoy as a treat whenever a craving strikes.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Combine cherries and port in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 2 minutes or until cherries have plumped. Remove from heat and let cool while preparing the rest of the recipe.
3.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
4.In a medium saucepan, melt dark chocolate chips and butter over low heat. Stir occasionally until completely melted and smooth.
5.Add brown sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
6.Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
7.Mix in sour cream until well combined, then fold in the cooled cherry mixture.
8.Add dry ingredient mixture into wet mixture and stir until just combined.
9.Fold in the cup of dark chocolate pieces until well distributed.
10.Pour the batter into a prepared 9x13 inch baking pan coated with cooking spray.
11.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean when inserted into the center.
12.Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

PROS

These chocolate cherry brownies are rich and fudgy with a perfect combination of flavors.
They are easy to make and can be enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet snack.

CONS

The brownies are high in calories and fat due to the chocolate and butter used in the recipe.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dark chocolate is high in antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation in the body and lower the risk of heart disease. The cherries used in this recipe are also high in antioxidants and can help lower inflammation as well as improve sleep quality. The whole wheat pastry flour used in this recipe is less processed than white flour and contains more fiber which can aid digestion.

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