Strawberry Frosted Heart Brownies
Discover how to make Sweet Strawberry Frosted Heart-Shaped Brownies. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
25
Prep Time
30
Cook Time
55
Total Time
8
Servings
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Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
Step 2
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
Step 3
3. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
4. Sift the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder directly into the wet ingredients. Gently fold everything together with a spatula until just combined—don't overmix.
Step 5
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Step 6
6. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan, about 30 minutes. This cooling step is crucial for clean heart shapes.
Step 7
7. For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy and pale, about 2 minutes.
Step 8
8. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined. Add the strawberry jam or puree and beat until smooth. If needed, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until you reach a spreadable consistency. Add food coloring if desired.
Step 9
9. Once the brownies are completely cool, lift them out using the parchment overhang. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter (about 2.5–3 inches) to cut out heart shapes. You should get 8–10 hearts depending on your cutter size.
Step 10
10. Spread or pipe the strawberry frosting onto each heart-shaped brownie. Add sprinkles if desired.
Chef's Notes
For the fudgiest texture, slightly underbake the brownies—they'll continue to set as they cool
Chill the brownies for 15 minutes before cutting for the cleanest heart shapes
Use freeze-dried strawberry powder instead of jam for a more intense strawberry flavor without adding extra moisture
Serving Suggestions
Serve these heart-shaped brownies on a decorative platter for Valentine's Day dessert, at bridal showers, or as a sweet treat for afternoon tea. They pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk, hot coffee, or a glass of dessert wine.
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Strawberry Frosted Heart Brownies
Discover how to make Sweet Strawberry Frosted Heart-Shaped Brownies. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (14)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
- Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder directly into the wet ingredients. Gently fold everything together with a spatula until just combined—don't overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan, about 30 minutes. This cooling step is crucial for clean heart shapes.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy and pale, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined. Add the strawberry jam or puree and beat until smooth. If needed, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until you reach a spreadable consistency. Add food coloring if desired.
- Once the brownies are completely cool, lift them out using the parchment overhang. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter (about 2.5–3 inches) to cut out heart shapes. You should get 8–10 hearts depending on your cutter size.
- Spread or pipe the strawberry frosting onto each heart-shaped brownie. Add sprinkles if desired.
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