Heres a delightful recipe for Strawberry Frosted Browniesrich, chocolatey brownies topped with creamy, strawberry-flavored frosting. A perfect treat for any sweet tooth!
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
For the Strawberry Frosting:
1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup strawberry preserves or jam
12 tablespoons milk as needed for consistency
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
A few drops of pink food coloring optional
For Garnish Optional:
Fresh strawberry slices
Chocolate shavings or sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Brownies
Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 3035 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before adding the frosting.
Step 2: Make the Strawberry Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the strawberry preserves, vanilla extract, and food coloring if using.
If the frosting is too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 3: Assemble the Brownies
Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the strawberry frosting evenly over the top.
Garnish with strawberry slices or chocolate shavings, if desired.
Slice into squares or rectangles for serving.
Tips
For an extra strawberry kick, mix in chopped fresh strawberries into the frosting.
To make the brownies even fudgier, add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
These Strawberry Frosted Brownies are a perfect combination of chocolate and strawberry flavors, ideal for any celebration or a simple weeknight dessert. Enjoy!