Cherry Bliss Brownie Sundaes
Treat yourself and your loved ones with these decadent Cherry Bliss Brownie Sundaes! Featuring rich, fudgy brownies topped with a warm cherry brandy sauce, pecans, and a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, this dessert is perfect for celebrations or a cozy night in. The combination of flavors and textures in this dessert will truly light up any occasion, making it a crowd-pleaser that's both indulgent and charming.
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Servings
180
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
3/4 cup (Unsalted)
Unsweetened Baking Chocolate
4 ounces (Chopped)
Sugar
1 3/4 cups (Granulated)
Large Eggs
4 (Beaten)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (Pure)
All-Purpose Flour
2/3 cup (Sifted)
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/4 cup (Sifted)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (Kosher or sea salt)
Pecans
1 cup (Toasted, cooled, and coarsely chopped)
Cherry Pie Filling
2 (21-ounce) cans (Drained)
Cranberry Juice Cocktail
1 cup (Not from concentrate)
Cornstarch
4 teaspoons (For thickening)
Sugar
2 tablespoons
Almond Extract
1/2 teaspoon (Pure)
Cherry Brandy
1/3 cup
Vanilla Ice Cream
1 pint (For serving)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare 16 heart-shaped foil baking cups or line a 13 x 9-inch baking pan with nonstick foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on each side for easy removal.
2
For the brownies, in a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and unsweetened baking chocolate. Microwave on high, stirring every 20 seconds until melted and smooth.
3
Stir in the sugar, followed by the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and combine thoroughly.
4
Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just blended, being careful not to overmix. Lastly, stir in the toasted and chopped pecans.
5
Evenly distribute the brownie batter into the prepared baking cups or pour it into the lined baking pan. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes for the foil cups, or 24 to 26 minutes for the baking pan, until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
6
Once baked, transfer the brownies to a wire rack to cool completely. If using the baking pan method, lift the brownies out using the foil and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to create heart-shaped brownies.
7
For the cherry sauce, drain the cherry pie filling in a colander and discard the liquid. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cranberry juice with the cornstarch until smooth.
8
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, combine the remaining cranberry juice and sugar. Stir until the mixture comes to a boil and the sugar dissolves.
9
Whisk in the cornstarch mixture and continue to cook, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens. Add the drained cherries and almond extract, stirring for another 3 minutes until heated through.
10
For the flamed element, slowly pour the cherry brandy over the cherry mixture and carefully ignite with a long match. Gently shake the pan as the flames dance, allowing the alcohol to burn off before extinguishing the flames.
11
To serve, place a brownie on each dish, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and generously spoon the warm cherry sauce over each. Enjoy your delightful sundaes!
Nutrition Information
11g
Fat
21g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cherry Bliss Brownie Sundaes?
They are a decadent dessert featuring rich, fudgy brownies topped with a warm cherry brandy sauce, toasted pecans, and vanilla ice cream.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit or 163 degrees Celsius.
How should I prepare my baking pan?
Line a 13x9-inch baking pan with nonstick foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang for easy removal, or prepare 16 heart-shaped foil baking cups.
How do I melt the chocolate and butter?
Combine the butter and unsweetened baking chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat on high, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
What kind of chocolate is used in the brownie base?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces of chopped unsweetened baking chocolate.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
You will need 4 large eggs, which should be beaten and added one at a time.
How do I incorporate the dry ingredients?
Gently fold in the sifted flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just blended, taking care not to overmix the batter.
Do the brownies contain nuts?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 cup of toasted, cooled, and coarsely chopped pecans.
How long should I bake the brownies in heart-shaped cups?
Bake the brownies in foil cups for 20 to 22 minutes.
How long should I bake the brownies in a 13x9-inch pan?
Bake for 24 to 26 minutes in a standard baking pan.
How can I tell when the brownies are done?
A wooden pick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs attached.
How do I make heart-shaped brownies from a standard pan?
After the brownies have cooled completely, lift them out of the pan and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut them into shapes.
What do I do with the cherry pie filling?
Drain two 21-ounce cans of cherry pie filling in a colander and discard the liquid before using the cherries for the sauce.
How is the cherry sauce thickened?
The sauce is thickened by mixing cornstarch with cranberry juice cocktail and adding it to the boiling sugar mixture.
What type of juice is used for the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 cup of cranberry juice cocktail, specifically not from concentrate.
What extract is added to the cherry sauce?
The sauce is flavored with 1/2 teaspoon of pure almond extract.
How do I perform the flambé for the sauce?
Slowly pour cherry brandy over the mixture, ignite it carefully with a long match, and shake the pan until the flames extinguish.
What kind of brandy should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of cherry brandy.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 180 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 11 grams of fat per serving of Cherry Bliss Brownie Sundaes.
How many carbohydrates are in this dessert?
Each serving has 21 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content?
The dessert provides 2 grams of protein per serving.
Is the butter salted or unsalted?
The recipe specifies using 3/4 cup of unsalted butter.
What type of salt should I use?
The recipe recommends using kosher or sea salt.
How much sugar is in the brownie batter?
The brownie batter requires 1 3/4 cups of granulated sugar.
How much cocoa powder is needed?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of sifted unsweetened cocoa powder.
What kind of ice cream is recommended for serving?
The sundaes are best served with a pint of vanilla ice cream.
How do I assemble the sundae?
Place a brownie on a dish, top it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and spoon the warm cherry sauce over everything.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 16 total ingredients listed for this recipe.
Can I use regular cranberry juice?
The recipe specifies cranberry juice cocktail, which is usually sweeter than 100% cranberry juice.