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Brownies

Fudgy homemade brownies topped with fresh cherries and a hint of cinnamon. A quick and easy treat that's ready in under an hour.

Total time
40 min
Servings
9
Calories
280
Protein
4g
Brownies
comfortingindulgentAmericanvegetarianeggfudgychewycasual

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cherries

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Melt the 1/2 cup butter in a microwave or saucepan. Stir in 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup cocoa powder until smooth.

  3. 3

    Beat in the 2 eggs one at a time, then stir in 1/2 cup flour until just combined. Do not overmix.

  4. 4

    Pour batter into prepared pan. Scatter 1 cup cherries over the top, pressing lightly.

  5. 5

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool before cutting.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk or spoon
  • measuring cups
  • toothpick

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