Ingredients
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- 1 box chocolate brownie mix or homemade brownies
- 1 cup cherry pie filling or fresh cherries
- 1 cup whipped cream or stabilized whipped topping
- ¼ cup chocolate shavings or chocolate chips
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
- Optional: a splash of Kirsch or cherry liqueur for added flavor
Instructions
- Start by baking your brownies according to the package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Once baked and cooled, cut the brownies into small cubes.
- In clear serving cups, place a few brownie cubes at the bottom. Top with a spoonful of cherry pie filling or fresh cherries. Add a splash of cherry liqueur if desired.
- Generously dollop whipped cream over the cherry layer. Use a mixer for a smooth, stabilized topping if preferred.
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips over the whipped cream. Garnish each cup with a maraschino cherry.
- Repeat the layers if your cups are large enough, then serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Assemble the dessert just before serving to keep the whipped cream fluffy.
- You can prepare the components in advance and layer just before presentation.
- Use gluten-free brownies or cookies to make this dessert suitable for gluten-free diets.
- For an extra flavor boost, add a splash of cherry liqueur or flavored whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered
- Cuisine: German-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
