Description
These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with fresh, juicy strawberries and a decadent chocolate drizzle for a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
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
Toppings
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or butter) for the chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate each before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to avoid lumps, then mix into the wet ingredients until smooth and evenly blended.
- Pour Batter: Evenly spread the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Bake Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Add Strawberries: While the brownies are still slightly warm, arrange the sliced strawberries on top in a decorative pattern to infuse the flavor into the surface.
- Melt Chocolate Drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring well between intervals until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Use a spoon or a piping method to drizzle the melted chocolate over the strawberries on the brownies in a zig-zag or desired pattern.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool completely to set the chocolate drizzle before slicing into 12 squares and serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh ripe strawberries to complement the rich brownie flavor.
- You can substitute coconut oil with butter for a richer taste in the chocolate drizzle.
- Make sure not to overbake the brownies to keep them fudgy and moist.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
