Decadent Black Forest Brownies Recipe is a must-try!
These Black Forest Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate squares with sweet macerated cherries, fluffy whipped cream, and milk chocolate shavings. They’re decadent, dreamy, and perfect for special occasions—or any time you want to impress with dessert!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 9 large brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European-Inspired
Ingredients
For the Cherry Layer:
2½ cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
1 tablespoon white sugar
For the Brownies:
100 grams dark chocolate (about 70% cocoa)
113 grams unsalted butter (1 stick or ½ cup)
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup white granulated sugar
¼ cup dark brown sugar
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
130 grams all-purpose flour (1 cup)
25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder (¼ cup)
¼ teaspoon salt
For the Topping:
¾ cup heavy whipping cream
100 grams milk chocolate, shaved
Reserved ½ cup cherries (from earlier)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) or 160°C with a fan. Grease and line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
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Pit and quarter the cherries, reserving ½ cup for topping. Toss the rest with 1 tablespoon of sugar and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate together in 30-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add the melted chocolate mixture and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Stir until combined.
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Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently until just mixed.
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Lightly mash the macerated cherries with a fork, then fold them into the brownie batter.
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Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
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Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
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Whip the cream until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled brownies. Top with reserved cherries and shaved milk chocolate.
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Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
You can use frozen cherries, just be sure to thaw and drain them first. For a more intense chocolate flavor, use 85% cocoa dark chocolate. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For cleaner slices, chill the brownies before cutting.