SUPREME FRUIT AND NUT BROWNIE DESSERT

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Brownie mix gets a southern touch with extras such as nuts, coconut, fruit and a creamy icing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries with stems, drained and 1/2 cup juice reserved
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1 tablespoon coconut milk (not cream of coconut)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 box (1 lb 1 oz) Betty Crocker™ dark chocolate Premium brownie mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon almond extract, if desired
2 eggs
Additional sliced almonds, if desired
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Whipped vanilla frosting (from 12 oz container)
2 tablespoons coconut milk (not cream of coconut)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only or 9-inch square pan with cooking spray or shortening. Set 12 cherries aside for garnish. Remove stems and coarsely chop remaining cherries; set aside.
  • Place coconut in medium bowl. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon coconut milk over coconut; stir gently with fork to mix. Stir in almonds and chopped cherries; set aside.
  • In large bowl, stir brownie mix, chocolate syrup pouch, oil, reserved 1/2 cup cherry juice, almond extract and eggs with spoon until blended. Spread half of the batter in pan. Spoon coconut mixture evenly over batter. Spoon remaining half of batter over coconut mixture to cover.
  • Bake brownies 45 to 49 minutes or until center of brownies spring back when lightly touched with finger. Cool completely on wire rack, about 2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir all Coconut Icing ingredients until smooth.
  • For serving pieces, cut brownies into 3 rows by 4 rows. Place on individual dessert plates. Spoon icing over each serving. Garnish each with cherry and additional sliced almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 35 g, TransFat 1/2 g

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These brownies are delicious! I love the combination of chocolate, nuts, and dried fruit.


Md Amzad Uddin
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my brownies turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Vicor Ifeanyi
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These brownies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very good. I think I'll try using semisweet chocolate next time.


Mialee
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I've been looking for a good brownie recipe for ages, and this one is definitely a keeper. The brownies are so rich and decadent.


Gabriela Iglecias
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These brownies are so fudgy and moist. I can't believe how easy they were to make.


patty blinks
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I made these brownies for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Ashley ashleyc0144
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These brownies are delicious! I love the combination of chocolate, nuts, and dried fruit. They're also really easy to make.


kabitaa kafle
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my brownies turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Joseph Sexton
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These brownies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good. I think I'll try using semisweet chocolate next time.


Suhail Ali
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These brownies are the bomb! The chocolate is rich and decadent, and the nuts and dried fruit add a wonderful crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Maqboo Huswan
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I've made these brownies several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. Plus, they're delicious!


Reece Musselwhite
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These brownies were a hit at my office potluck. Everyone loved the rich chocolate flavor and the variety of textures from the nuts and dried fruit. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus!


Md SAiFUL gaming
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My family devoured these brownies in minutes! They're incredibly fudgy and moist, with the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness from the chocolate. The nuts and dried fruit add a delightful crunch and chewy texture. I'll definitely be making t