Strawberry Brownies Fudgy Squares (Printable Version)
Fudgy chocolate squares with strawberry puree and a tangy glaze, ready in 40 minutes for sharing.
# What You Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 1/2 cup strawberry puree, fresh or frozen, pureed and strained
→ Dry Ingredients
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Strawberry Glaze
09 - 1 cup powdered sugar
10 - 2 to 3 tablespoons strawberry puree
11 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and strawberry puree until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add eggs and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and mix until smooth.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until evenly blended.
05 - Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
06 - Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges with a few moist crumbs.
07 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before glazing.
08 - In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and optional lemon juice until smooth and pourable.
09 - Spread glaze over cooled brownies. Allow to set for 15 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These brownies taste like a burst of spring hidden inside a fudgy square.
- They’re easy enough to whip up on a whim and look stunning on any dessert table.
02 -
- If the brownies are overbaked, they lose their fudgy, almost creamy texture—I learned this after getting distracted the first time.
- Strawberry puree can be a little watery, so straining the seeds gives a smoother batter and glaze without odd lumps.
03 -
- Let the brownies cool completely before glazing, or the frosting will melt right off—I learned that the hard way.
- A sprinkle of flaky salt on top sharpens the fruitiness and makes every bite pop.