CRANBERRY-PORT FUDGE BROWNIES

Cranberry-Port Fudge Brownies image

"These fudgy brownies are my friend, Krysta's, favorite!" The port wine adds a sophisticated flavor to this decadent dessert. Kelly Heft, Somersville, MA

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup tawny port wine

Steps:

In a small saucepan, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in flour and salt just until blended., In a another small saucepan, combine cranberries and wine. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook until liquid is reduced to a thin syrupy consistency (about 3 minutes). Stir into batter., Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.