Description
Delight in these rich and fudgy Black Forest Brownies, enhanced with luscious cherry pie filling and melted semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly baked to a gooey texture and topped with a cherry twist, these brownies make a deliciously indulgent dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Batter
- 1 (18-oz) box brownie mix
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup oil
Topping
- 1/2 – 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 7×11 inch or 9×9 inch baking dish to prevent sticking. A Pyrex glass pan is ideal for even baking.
- Mix the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the dry brownie mix, cherry pie filling, eggs, and oil. Stir until you have a smooth, lump-free batter, ensuring the cherry filling is evenly incorporated.
- Bake the Brownies: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish. Place it in the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes depending on your desired level of brownie doneness—less time for fudgier brownies, more for cakey ones.
- Add Chocolate Topping: Remove the hot brownie pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Immediately sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips generously, about 1/2 cup or more, over the top. Allow the chips to melt, then use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate evenly across the brownies.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool in the pan for at least 1 hour to set properly. Serve with vanilla ice cream and an extra scoop of cherry pie filling for a classic Black Forest dessert experience.
Notes
- Use a glass or metal baking dish for best results, depending on your oven’s heat distribution.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips to your preference for sweetness and richness.
- Letting the brownies cool completely before cutting ensures clean slices.
- For an extra cherry punch, drizzle some of the cherry pie filling on top before serving.
