Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies combine rich chocolate brownies with fresh strawberries and a luscious chocolate topping, creating a decadent dessert that's simple to make.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Base
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Can substitute with coconut oil or a plant-based butter for dairy-free.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Coconut sugar or a sugar substitute can be used for a lower-glycemic option.
- 2 large eggs Flax eggs or unsweetened applesauce can substitute for a vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use quality cocoa for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Almond flour or gluten-free flour can be used as a gluten-free alternative.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Frozen strawberries can be used if out of season.
For the Chocolate Topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips Choose dark, milk, or white chocolate as preferred.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For melting chocolate.
To Serve
- Additional fresh strawberries Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar, whisking until smooth. Then, add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- Sift in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries into the brownie batter.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely.
Topping
- Melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil until smooth in a small bowl.
- Drizzle or spread the melted chocolate over the cooled brownies and allow the chocolate to set before slicing into squares.
Notes
For best results, allow the brownies to cool completely before adding the chocolate topping. Use high-quality chocolate chips for better flavor.