Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– ½ cup cocoa powder
– 1 pinch salt
– 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
– 1 cup whipped cream (for serving)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Spoon or spatula
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Parchment paper (optional)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I love to preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s warming up, I grab my trusty mixing bowl to melt together the butter and semi-sweet chocolate. The aromas that waft up during this stage are simply divine! I usually use a double boiler for melting, but if I’m feeling a bit lazy, the microwave does the trick too—just be careful not to burn the chocolate! Once everything is melted and combined, I stir in the sugar until it’s fully blended. At this point, I can almost taste the deliciousness! (See the next page below to continue steps…)