Gluten-Free Cherry Almond Brownies

These brownies are made with a blend of rich chocolate, tart cherries, and crunchy almonds. This gluten-free brownie recipe from Chef Sarah Tocco of Fine Creek Brewing strikes a balance between decadence and wholesome ingredients, making them a treat everyone can enjoy—whether you’re gluten-free or not!

Using high-quality cocoa powder for deep chocolate flavor, dried cherries for a touch of natural sweetness, and sliced almonds for a satisfying crunch, this recipe highlights Sarah’s approach to cooking: seasonal, thoughtful, and full of flavor. Best of all, they come together in just a few simple steps, making them an easy yet impressive dessert for any occasion.

Maker: Chef Sarah Tocco

Sarah Tocco is the chef at Fine Creek Brewing, a small, family-owned farmhouse brewery in rural Powhatan County, where they “cook the food we love to eat and brew the beers we love to drink.” During the workweek, Sarah invents new dishes and adjusts the brewery menus in response to the seasonal selections from local farms and orchards. At home Sarah experiments with recipes, adapting them to the nutritional needs of her family, some of whom require a gluten-free diet. Instagram: @chefraratocco & @finecreekbrewing

Make it local: Try this recipe using Southern Select flavorings, made here in Virginia.

Gluten-Free Cherry Almond Brownies

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These brownies are made with a blend of rich chocolate, tart cherries, and crunchy almonds. This gluten-free brownie recipe from Chef Sarah Tocco of Fine Creek Brewing strikes a balance between decadence and wholesome ingredients, making them a treat everyone can enjoy—whether you’re gluten-free or not!

• Author: Sarah Tocco

Ingredients

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• 1 cup Vegetable Oil
• 2 cups Granulated Sugar
• 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 tsp Almond Extract
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 2/3 cup high-quality Cocoa Powder
• 1 cup Gluten-Free Flour (I used Bobs Red Mill Cup-for-cup flour)
• 1/2 cup Dried Cherries
• 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together oil and sugar.
3. Add eggs and extracts, whisking until combined well.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
5. Add dry ingredients to wet, mixing well. Add dried cherries and stir until combined.
6. Pour brownie mixture into a greased, 9X13 pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top. 
7. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.