Fudgy Cherry Brownies Ganache
A decadent dessert combining rich chocolate and tart cherries, topped with a glossy ganache.
Ingredients
Brownie Base Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 400 grams granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 55 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 85 grams mini chocolate chips
- 1 can (approximately 540 grams) cherry pie filling, drained and cherries separated from syrup
Ganache Ingredients
- 260 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 180 millilitres heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and measure them accurately. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 23×33-centimetre baking pan with parchment paper.
Cook the Base
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter until fully melted. Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Mix the Sugar and Eggs
- Add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cooled mixture. Whisk until fully blended.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
- Add baking powder, espresso powder, and salt. Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour until there are no dry spots left.
Add Chocolate Chips
- Gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
Incorporate Cherry Filling
- Using a fork, lift the cherries from the pie filling and fold them into the batter.
Bake the Brownies
- Transfer the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare the Ganache
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave until the chocolate is melted.
Finish the Ganache
- Whisk the ganache until glossy and smooth.
Assemble and Set
- Pipe or drizzle the ganache over the cooled brownies and allow it to set for 20-30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Customize with different types of chocolate chips or swap the cherry filling for other fruits.