Strawberry Frosted Heart-Shaped Brownies Recipe
These Strawberry Frosted Heart-Shaped Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a sweet and fruity strawberry frosting, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. The brownies are baked to perfection, cooled, cut into charming heart shapes, and topped with a vibrant strawberry frosting decorated with optional sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 heart-shaped brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Brownies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Strawberry Frosting
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon strawberry jam or puree
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (as needed)
- A few drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking to ensure easy removal of brownies.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar, stirring until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until the batter is smooth and fully combined without any lumps.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly using a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating the brownies are perfectly baked.
- Cool the Brownies: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before cutting. This cooling step is crucial to ensure the brownies set properly for clean shapes.
- Cut Heart Shapes: Once cooled, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to carefully cut out heart-shaped brownies from the slab. Arrange them on a serving plate.
- Prepare the Strawberry Frosting: In a small bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy using a hand mixer or whisk. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavor and Consistency: Mix in the strawberry jam or puree to the frosting. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of milk as needed to achieve your desired frosting consistency. Optionally, add a few drops of red or pink food coloring to enhance the appearance.
- Frost the Brownie Hearts: Spread the strawberry frosting evenly over each heart-shaped brownie with a butter knife or offset spatula. Finish by adding sprinkles on top for extra decoration if desired.
Notes
- Ensure brownies are completely cooled before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- Adjust the amount of milk in the frosting to get perfect spreading consistency.
- Use fresh strawberry jam or puree for the best flavor in the frosting.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
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