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Cheesy Cajun Rotini

Cheesy Cajun Rotini

Creamy Cheesy Cajun Rotini with roasted cherry brownies recipe. Fudgy, tart dessert in 1 hour 50 mins.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Small baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Cherry pitter or paring knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the halved cherries with sugar on a small baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until glossy and wrinkled.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then remove from heat and whisk in the granulated sugar until combined.
  4. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and shiny.
  5. Sift together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder directly into the wet ingredients and gently fold until combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and most of the roasted cherries, saving a few for the top.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spread evenly, and dot with reserved cherries.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  9. Let cool completely on a wire rack before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Don’t skip roasting the cherries; it intensifies their flavor and reduces moisture. For gluten-free brownies, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Storage tip: Keep brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months. For clean cuts, use a sharp knife and wipe it between slices. Enjoy with ice cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a special touch!
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