Description

These moist and chocolaty brandy brownies are made with whole wheat flour and topped with a brandy cranberry chocolate glaze for an extra touch of indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownies

200 gm dark chocolate (I used 75% cadburys semi sweet)
113 gm unsalted butter (1 stick)
1 cup wholewheat flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (I used Hershey’s)
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
3 tablespoons brandy
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup baking chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional- I am not a fan so I didn’t add them)

Glaze

½ cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons brandy
50 gm baking chocolate pieces or 1 cup baking choco chips (60% dark or semi-sweet)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth and well blended. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, add the sugar and cocoa powder to the chocolate mixture, mixing well until combined.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract and brandy.
In a separate bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, cut into bite-sized pieces and serve with a brandy cranberry chocolate glaze if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content. These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. The brandy cranberry chocolate glaze adds a nice color and flavor contrast, but the brownies are delicious on their own as well.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie
Calories: 320
Sugar: 22
Sodium: 150
Fat: 18
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 4
Protein: 5
Cholesterol: 70