Description
Delight in these luscious Strawberry Brownies, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries baked into moist, fudgy squares. This recipe combines the classic brownie base with juicy bursts of strawberry flavor and optional white chocolate chips for added sweetness. Ideal for dessert or a special treat, these brownies are easy to make and wonderfully satisfying.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Finishing
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar together until smooth and well combined. Add eggs and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is fully blended.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to ensure even distribution and a smooth batter.
- Mix Batter: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently, just until combined to avoid overmixing and tough brownies.
- Add Strawberries and White Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chopped fresh strawberries and white chocolate chips if using, distributing them evenly through the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, dust with powdered sugar if desired, then cut into 9 squares and serve.
Notes
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, substitute some of the chopped strawberries with strawberry puree folded gently into the batter.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
