Best 7 Merry Cherry Swirl Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Merry Cherry Swirl Brownies, a match made in dessert heaven. These brownies are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a moist and fudgy chocolate base swirled with a vibrant cherry filling, resulting in a taste sensation that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite offers a perfect balance of rich chocolate and tangy cherries, complemented by a crispy outer crust and a soft, chewy interior.

Our recipe collection features three variations of this delectable treat: the Classic Merry Cherry Swirl Brownies, a timeless favorite that showcases the perfect harmony of chocolate and cherry; the Decadent Triple Chocolate Cherry Swirl Brownies, an indulgent version loaded with three types of chocolate and a luscious cherry swirl; and the Gluten-Free Merry Cherry Swirl Brownies, a delightful option for those with dietary restrictions, offering the same irresistible taste and texture without compromising on flavor.

These brownies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, with their beautiful marbled appearance and vibrant cherry swirls. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations, they are sure to be a hit with dessert lovers of all ages. So, preheat your oven and embark on a baking adventure that will leave you with a batch of irresistible Merry Cherry Swirl Brownies, ready to spread joy and sweetness wherever they go.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

OMG! HEAVENLY CHERRY CHEESECAKE SWIRL BROWNIE



OMG! Heavenly Cherry Cheesecake Swirl Brownie image

Succulent cherries and creamy cheesecake baked right in deep-dish, rich chocolatey fudge brownies??! I can hear you asking me....Are you for real? Brownies are serious business!

Provided by Kim Lange

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter (unsalted (2 sticks or 16 tablespoons))
2 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups unsweetened premium cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon chocolate, (coffee or vanilla extract)
4 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose Flour
1 cup mini chocolate chips
2 8-ounce packages cream cheese (room temperature)
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 large eggs
1 21 oz. can Cherry Pie Filling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9" x 13" pan or line your greased pan with parchment paper, and grease the parchment to life out easily for cutting brownies.

CHERRY CHEESECAKE SWIRL BROWNIES



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Fudgy Betty Crocker™ brownies get the royal treatment, swirled with a tangy cheesecake filling and jeweled with tart cherries.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ Brownie Mix Dark Chocolate Fudge
Water, oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 cups canned cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Gather your ingredients and heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • Make brownie batter as directed on box; pour into pan. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and egg with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  • Drop heaping spoonfuls cream cheese mixture all over brownie mixture, followed by spoonfuls of cherry pie filling. Swirl into brownie batter using a few strokes of butter knife or spatula.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until brownie is set and cream cheese swirls have puffed and turned slightly golden. Cool completely in pan, about 1 hour, before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

MERRY CHERRY SWIRL BROWNIES



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Make merry with cream cheese and cherry brownies. Mmm.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
1 cup butter or margarine
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup coarsely chopped nuts
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped red or green maraschino cherries
2 teaspoons red or green maraschino cherry juice
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. In 1-quart saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring frequently, until smooth; remove from heat. Cool 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat all Cherry Cream Cheese Filling ingredients with spoon until smooth, set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat chocolate mixture, 2 cups sugar, the vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in flour and salt on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat on medium speed 1 minute. Stir in nuts.
  • Spread half of the batter (about 2 1/2 cups) in pan. Spread filling over batter. Carefully spread remaining batter over filling. Gently swirl through batters with knife for marbled design.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For brownies, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 2, ServingSize 1 Brownie

CHERRY SWIRL BROWNIES



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My husband loves cherries... and brownies! So this is a favorite of his. Complements of Betty Crocker.

Provided by mrose75

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped well-drained maraschino cherry
3 eggs
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 (21 1/4 ounce) package betty crocker supreme triple chunk brownie mix

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray bottom of 13"X9" pan with cooking spray.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, cherries and one egg in medium bowl with spoon until smooth.
  • Make brownie batter as directed on package; spread 1/2 of batter in pan.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture over batter.
  • Spoon remaining batter on top and spread gently to cover.
  • Bake for 40-43 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean.
  • Cool completely before cutting.
  • Store covered in refrigerator.

MERRY CHERRY BROWNIES



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Make and share this Merry Cherry Brownies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Courtly

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h30m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup drained chopped red maraschino cherry
1 tablespoon red maraschino cherry juice
1 egg
4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup coarsely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350. Grease bottom and sides of 13 x 9 inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, beat all filling ingredients with spoon until smooth; set aside.
  • In 2 quart saucepan, melted chocolate and butter over low heat, stirring frequently, until smooth; remove from heat. Cool 5 minutes.
  • In large bowl, beat chocolate mixture, 2 cups sugar, the vanilla and 4 eggs with mixer on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat in flour and salt on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat on medium speed 1 minute. Stir in nuts.
  • Spread half of batter in pan. Spread filling over batter. Carefully spread remaining batter over filling. Gently swirl through batters with knife for marbled design.
  • Bake 45-50 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour. FOr brownies, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.1, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 42.6, Sodium 106.5, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 11.2, Protein 2.6

CHERRY CHEESECAKE SWIRL BROWNIES



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These cherry cheesecake brownies are quick to assemble. Feel free and swap the brownie portion with a boxed mix or your favorite brownie recipe. Morello cherries can often be found at stores such as Trader Joe's. Black cocoa onyx powder can be obtained through Savory Spice Shop®-- it's completely optional but gives a luxurious dark chocolate color to the brownies.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon black onyx cocoa powder (from Savory Spice Shop®)
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups morello cherries, drained and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  • For the filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, flour, egg, and vanilla extract in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.
  • For the brownies: Combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, black onyx cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl. Beat together oil, eggs, corn syrup, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Pour into flour mixture and mix to combine. Spread 3/4 of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Mix 1/4 cup chopped morello cherries into the batter in the pan. Spread remaining cherries across the top of the brownie batter in one layer. Pour cream cheese filling over the cherries. Spread remaining brownie batter on top of the cream cheese filling. Draw a knife through the batter to create swirls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is dry and edges have started to pull away from the sides of the pan, 25 to 27 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean. Let cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 210.6 mg, Sugar 22.8 g

CREAM CHEESE SWIRL BROWNIES



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I'm a chocolate lover, and these cream cheese brownies have satisfied my cravings many times. No one guesses the brownies are light because their chewy texture and rich chocolate taste can't be beat. My family requests them often, and I'm happy to oblige. -Heidi Johnson, Worland, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large eggs, divided use
6 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, softened
1 cup sugar, divided
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Separate 2 eggs, putting each white in a separate bowl (discard yolks or save for another use); set aside. In a small bowl, beat butter and 3/4 cup sugar until crumbly. Beat in remaining whole egg, 1 egg white and vanilla until well combined. Combine flour and cocoa; gradually add to egg mixture until blended. Pour into a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray; set aside., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Beat in the second egg white. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls over the batter; cut through batter with a knife to swirl. , Bake 25-30 minutes or until set and edges pull away from sides of pan. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries. This will give your brownies the best flavor.
  • Pit the cherries before using them. You can use a cherry pitter or simply cut them in half and remove the pits with a knife.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the brownies tough.
  • Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will make the brownies dry.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.

Conclusion:

These merry cherry swirl brownies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these brownies a try!

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