Description
A deliciously rich and fudgy strawberry brownies recipe that combines classic chocolate brownie texture with fresh strawberries for a moist, fruity twist. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these brownies deliver a perfect balance of fudgy chocolate and juicy strawberry flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh Fruit
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed and roughly chopped
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients and Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Wash and roughly chop fresh strawberries to prepare for folding into the batter.
- Melt Butter and Mix Sugar: In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, gently melt the butter until smooth. Stir in the granulated sugar thoroughly for a smooth, rich base, then allow it to cool slightly before adding eggs.
- Combine Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk the eggs with the vanilla extract until fully blended, then slowly incorporate this mixture into the butter and sugar, creating a silky batter ready for dry ingredients.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to avoid lumps. Gently fold these into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix, to maintain a tender brownie texture.
- Fold in Strawberries: Fold in the chopped strawberries delicately to evenly distribute fresh fruit without breaking them down too much, ensuring even fruity bursts through the brownies.
- Bake Until Set: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs for the perfect fudgy result.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting to help them set properly. This step keeps the brownies moist and prevents crumbling during slicing.
Notes
- Fresh Strawberry Prep: Use ripe, firm strawberries for the best texture and avoid excess moisture.
- Don’t Overmix: Fold ingredients gently to keep brownies tender and fudgy rather than cakey.
- Check Baking Time: Start checking your brownies 5 minutes before the timer ends to avoid drying out.
- Line Your Pan: Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring eggs and butter close to room temperature to help everything blend smoothly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/9 of the batch)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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