Cherry Buttercream Brownies

Name: Cherry Buttercream Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 113 grams unsalted butter (1/2 cup / 1 stick); 210 grams granulated sugar (1 cup); 70 grams cocoa powder (3/4 cup); 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 85 grams all purpose flour (2/3 cup); 80 grams dried cherries, chopped (1/2 cup); 100 grams chocolate chips, or chopped dark chocolate (about 1/2 cup); 113 grams unsalted butter, softened to room temperature (1/2 cup / 1 stick); 260 grams confectioner’s sugar (2 cups), plus more to adjust consistency; 2 tablespoons whole milk, plus more to adjust consistency; 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon cherry flavoring (or to taste); Pink gel food coloring; Sprinkles, chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, or other decorative toppings (optional)