Brownie with cranberries soaked in cognac
8 servings
60 minutes
Brownies with cranberries soaked in cognac are the embodiment of refined taste and sophistication. This dessert hails from America, where chocolate brownies have long been a symbol of home comfort. The rich, velvety flavor of dark chocolate harmoniously blends with the sweet-sour notes of cranberries infused with noble cognac. This combination adds depth and a light aroma of fine spirits to the pastry. Each serving embodies a cozy evening by the fireplace or an exquisite dinner with a glass of strong coffee. It is perfect as a standalone dessert or paired with vanilla ice cream. Its dense texture and slightly moist center make each bite a true delight.
1
Pour boiling water over dried cranberries for 2-3 minutes, then drain the water, lightly squeezing the cranberries, and soak in cognac for about 15 minutes.
- Dried cranberries: 100 g
- Cognac (brandy): 5 tablespoon
2
Break the chocolate into pieces and place it to melt in a water bath.
- Dark chocolate: 180 g
3
Lightly beat the eggs.
4
Remove the melted chocolate from heat, then add the chopped butter and mix. Gradually pour the chocolate into the eggs and whisk well.
- Butter: 150 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
5
Add sifted flour, sugar, salt, and soaked cranberries to the chocolate mixture, mix well, and transfer to a greased pan.
- Wheat flour: 0.5 glass
- Sugar: 0.5 glass
- Salt: pinch
- Dried cranberries: 100 g
6
Bake in the oven for 40 minutes at 200 degrees.