Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 cup butter (melted)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh pitted cherries (25 cherries)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup shredded coconut

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter (or spray) a 9- to 10-inch square baking dish and set aside.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together in a large bowl. Add the eggs, coffee granules, and salt. Scrape the bowl, then slowly beat in the flour and cocoa powder. Scrape the bowl again and mix in the chocolate chips with a spatula. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Using a clean bowl and beaters, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add in the sweetened condensed milk and beat until smooth. Then add in the egg and beat until smooth. Stir in the coconut until well combined.
  • Pour (or scoop) the coconut mixture over the brownie batter, distributing evenly. Use a spatula or butter knife to swirl the coconut mixture through out the batter. Then place the cherries on top in 5 even rows of five. Don't push them in, but let them sit right at the surface. .
  • Bake the brownies for 45-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting.