on Feb 10, 2022, Updated Feb 09, 2024 These semi-homemade Black Forest Brownies are a chocolate lovers dream. Rich fudge brownies baked in muffin cups are topped with fresh homemade chocolate mousse and a sweet cherry pie filling. This is an incredibly easy-to-make dessert that is both bite-sized and delicious! In my house, we love brownies! There is a consensus that brownies may be one of the best desserts ever to be developed. Fudgy in the middle with slightly crisp yet chewy edges; every bite is pure heaven. And while we love the good ol’ fashioned classic, there’s something a little special about them in bite-sized form. From brownie bites to healthier brownies, to brownie Christmas trees, there’s really no wrong way to eat them! Black Forest Brownie cups are a fun twist on the traditional fudgy brownies. Just take your favorite store-bought brownie box-mix and turn the finished product into an elegant yet oh-so-easy dessert that will make any celebration a bit more special. Make this adorable treat that is tasty (and beautiful) enough to serve at holiday family get-togethers, sophisticated enough for a special occasion or sweet enough to finish off an at-home date night for two! Did someone say Valentine’s Day?
Black Forest Brownie Cups Ingredients
This semi-homemade recipe requires your favorite store-bought brownie mix and a few other simple easy-to-find ingredients to make these delicious handheld treats! Next time you head to the grocery store, you’ll need to grab these basic items.
Brownie mix Water Vegetable oil Large eggs Cherry pie filling Whipped cream Semisweet chocolate chips Pure vanilla extract Heavy whipping cream Granulated sugar
How To Make Black Forest Brownies
First, generously coat cupcake tins with nonstick cooking spray and lightly coat with flour. Feel free to use cupcake liners instead if desired. Set aside. Preheat oven according to directions on brownie mix. Then, in a large mixing bowl, prepare brownie mix according to instructions located on the box. Spoon brownie batter into the prepared muffin cups, about ¾ full and bake according to directions. While brownies are baking, make chocolate mousse by melting chocolate chips using a double boiler method. In a medium saucepan, boil water. Place a small saucepan over the boiling water and melt chocolate chips while stirring. In a separate medium bowl, vigorously beat eggs and temper in chocolate. This means to add a little bit of warm chocolate into the egg mixture so the eggs don’t cook. Once tempered, add yolks to the rest of the melted chocolate and mix well. Continue to cook over medium heat until thick. Add in a teaspoon vanilla extract, stir and remove from heat. Allow chocolate mixture to completely cool. Remove brownies from the oven and immediately press the bottom of a small measuring cup into the center of each cup. Then, release brownie cups from the pan and allow them to cool on a wire rack. To make the whipped cream, place whipping cream and sugar the bowl of a stand mixer or electric hand mixer and beat on high until still peaks form.
Gently fold in cooled chocolate to whipped cream until mixed to create a mousse. Evenly spoon into the cooled brownie cups. Place the mousse-filled brownie cups on a tray and place them in the fridge to set for 2 hours. Once the mousse has set, top brownies with a spoonful of cherry pie filling and a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy!
How To Store Leftovers
Store any leftover in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Can I Make These Completely From Scratch?
Of course! This semi-homemade recipe can be made 100% homemade by using your favorite from scratch brownie and whipped cream recipes. Also, feel free to make your own cherry pie filling or top with maraschino cherry or even pitted fresh cherries (if in season!).
Can I Make Black Forest Brownies In A Square Pan?
You can certainly bake in an 8″ or 9″ square baking pan. First, prepare brownie mix according to package directions. When brownies are cooled, top with a layer of chocolate mousse, then cherries, and finish with whip cream. Cut into bars and serve.
Tip and Tricks
Try these variations and see which version you like best!
Add a little extra touch with chocolate shavings on the top Feel free to use cherry pie filling, maraschino cherries, or pitted fresh cherries To ramp up the cherry flavor, add a splash of cherry liqueur or cherry extract to the homemade chocolate mousse To make this recipe even simpler, feel free to use store-bought pre-made mini brownie cups and or prepared whipped topping Serve with a scoop of this homemade cherry vanilla ice cream
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Black forest cherry brownies are the perfect dessert to spoil your family with on Valentine’s Day or any special day during the year. I hope you love them! Like this post? Share it with friends!
