Chocolate Cherry Dessert

Indulge in the decadence of Chocolate Cherry Dessert, a harmonious blend of rich, velvety dark chocolate and the sweet, tangy burst of cherries. This quick and easy recipe combines a moist chocolate base, made from 70% cocoa dark chocolate, with the light sweetness of whipped cream infused with cherry syrup. Topped with juicy canned cherries and elegant dark chocolate curls, this dessert offers an irresistible balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for dinner parties or romantic evenings, this showstopper dessert captures the essence of indulgence in every bite. Ready in under an hour and serving up to six, it's a foolproof way to impress with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa)
• 100 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 3 pieces large eggs
• 60 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 200 grams canned cherries in syrup
• 250 milliliters whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 30 grams dark chocolate curls or shavings (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) square baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heat-proof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Stir occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, beat the sugar and eggs together until pale and slightly thickened. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the beaten eggs and sugar until fully combined.

Step 5

Sift together the flour and cocoa powder. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the center is just set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.

Step 7

While the cake cools, drain the canned cherries, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the syrup for flavoring.

Step 8

In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the reserved cherry syrup for a hint of cherry flavor.

Step 9

Once the chocolate cake is completely cooled, cut it into square or rectangular portions. Top each portion with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a handful of cherries.

Step 10

Garnish with dark chocolate curls or shavings and serve immediately. Enjoy your rich and decadent Chocolate Cherry Dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1119.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4010.4

Total Fat 283.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 161.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1029.4mg	0%
Sodium 366.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.5g	0%
Total Sugars 216.5g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 323.1mg	0%
Iron 33.4mg	0%
Potassium 2204.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.1%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 32.3%