Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan and an 8x10 inch pan.

In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, cherry pie filling, eggs, and almond extract.

Stir until well blended.

Pour the mixture into the prepared pans.

Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let cool completely.

For the frosting, combine sugar, lowfat milk, and butter in a saucepan.

Bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips.

Stir until the chocolate chips are melted and the frosting is smooth.

Let the frosting cool slightly.

Frost the brownies.

Let the frosting set completely.

Cut into bars or squares and serve.