Description
Delight in these rich and fudgy Strawberry Brownies topped with a luscious pink strawberry glaze. Combining the classic chocolate brownie with fresh strawberry pieces and a sweet, fruity drizzle, this dessert offers a perfect balance of rich cocoa flavor and fresh berry brightness. Ideal for special occasions or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped strawberries
For the Pink Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp strawberry puree
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the ingredients are fully blended and smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until the batter is smooth and even in texture.
- Add Strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped strawberries to evenly distribute them through the brownie batter without crushing them.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating doneness.
- Cool: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This prevents them from breaking apart when cutting.
- Prepare Pink Glaze: In a separate bowl, combine powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry puree. Whisk until smooth and creamy, adjusting milk quantity to achieve desired glaze consistency.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once the brownies are fully cooled, drizzle the pink strawberry glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set briefly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- To keep the strawberries fresh and prevent excess moisture in the brownies, pat the chopped strawberries dry with a paper towel before folding them in.
- Adjust the amount of milk in the glaze to achieve a thicker or thinner consistency as desired.
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can add a teaspoon of strawberry extract to the glaze.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These brownies can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw completely before glazing and serving.
