Cherry Almond Blonde Brownies Recipe

Name: Cherry Almond Blonde Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar; 3/4 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 2 Land O Lakes Eggs; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 cup chopped almonds; 1 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped; 2 (1-ounce) squares bittersweet baking chocolate; 1 teaspoon shortening

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Combine brown sugar and butter in bowl; beat at medium speed until creamy.
3
Add eggs and almond extract; continue beating until well mixed.
4
Add flour and baking powder; beat at low speed until well mixed.
5
Stir in almonds and cherries.
6
Press or spread mixture into greased 13x9-inch baking pan.
7
Bake 28-35 minutes or until top is golden brown and center is set.
8
Cool completely.
9
Combine chocolate and shortening in 1-quart saucepan.
10
Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted.
11
Drizzle over brownies.
12
Cut into bars.

1499

kcal

Calories

Fat

194

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar, 3/4 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, 2 Land O Lakes Eggs, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, and more.

Yes, Cherry Almond Blonde Brownies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cherry Almond Blonde Brownies

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Variations & substitutions

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