Description
Enjoy the perfect balance of rich, fudgy chocolate brownies combined with the fresh, juicy burst of strawberries. This Strawberry Brownies Recipe offers a luscious texture and vibrant color, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Using simple ingredients, these dense yet tender brownies are enhanced by the bright strawberry swirls for a visually stunning and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), melted
- 1 cup sugar (200g)
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g)
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (50g), unsweetened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Fresh Fruit
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients and Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for even mixing.
- Melt Butter and Mix with Sugar: Gently melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan or microwave. Pour melted butter into a mixing bowl and whisk in the sugar until combined and slightly glossy, helping sugar dissolve for a fudgy texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Break in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor aroma.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no streaks remain, being careful not to overmix to keep brownies tender.
- Fold in the Fresh Strawberries: Gently fold chopped fresh strawberries into the batter to add moisture, sweetness, and color.
- Bake and Cool: Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing to maintain fudgy texture.
Notes
- Use ripe, firm strawberries to avoid excess moisture and sogginess.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth blending and uniform texture.
- Check baking time carefully: slightly underbake for fudgier brownies, overbake for cakier ones.
- Cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and to set flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (2-inch square)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: strawberry brownies, chocolate brownies, berry dessert, fudgy brownies, chocolate dessert