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Delicious strawberry brownies on a plate, perfect for Valentine's Day treats.

Strawberry Brownies

These fudgy strawberry brownies offer a delightful blend of rich chocolate and fresh strawberry flavors, perfect for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (plus extra for topping) Feel free to substitute with frozen strawberries, ensuring they are drained well.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar, mixing thoroughly until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until light and fluffy.
  4. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Fold the mixture gently together, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, keeping some chunks intact for bursts of flavor.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Top with extra strawberry pieces if desired.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Enjoy brownies as is, or elevate with ice cream and chocolate sauce. For variations, try adding dark chocolate chips or use flax eggs for a vegan version.