Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies
These brownies combine the rich, fudgy texture of chocolate brownies with the sweetness of chocolate-covered strawberries, making a delightful dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved For topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips For melting
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For melting chocolate
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in sugar.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt, and gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in half of the strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Baking
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow brownies to cool.
Decoration
- Melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil and dip the remaining strawberries in the melted chocolate.
- Place the chocolate-covered strawberries on top of the brownies.
- Drizzle any leftover chocolate over the top for decoration.
- Let the chocolate set before cutting and serving.
Notes
For an extra indulgent treat, serve warm with a scoop of ice cream. You can also experiment with different fruits like raspberries or blueberries for a flavorful twist.