Big Bowl Brownie Dessert

I offered to bring dessert for a birthday supper that we were having. I had a few recipes to choose from and of course the chocolately one won out! :) It was very simple to throw together on a busy day and I was able to put it together it pieces while I was in between running places. AND it was delicious... Not even a bit left after we finished our meals!



Big Bowl Brownie Dessert
(recipe found at www.bettycrocker.com)

1 box ultimate fudge brownie mix
2 cups (1 pint) whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon almond extact
2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds

Heat oven to 350. Make brownies as directed. Cool completely. In medium bowl, beat whipping cream, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. In small bowl, combine pie filling and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.

Cut brownies into 1" pieces. In 3 quart glass bowl, layer half of the bornies; top with cherry pie filling and half of the whipped cream. Top with remaining brownies and whipped topping; sprinkle with almonds. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.