Description
Delight in these decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies, combining rich, fudgy brownie base with fresh strawberries and a luscious chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for parties or a special treat, these brownies offer a perfect balance of chocolatey goodness and fresh fruit sweetness.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Topping
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, whisking thoroughly after each addition. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat just until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and immediately pour over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate, then stir gently until the ganache is smooth, glossy, and well combined.
- Assemble the Topping: Once the brownies have fully cooled, arrange the halved fresh strawberries evenly across the top. Carefully pour the chocolate ganache over the strawberries, covering them completely. For a decorative touch, swirl the chocolate using a spatula or skewer to create a marbled effect if desired.
- Chill and Set: Place the assembled brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate ganache to firm up and set properly before serving.
- Serve: After chilling, remove the brownies from the refrigerator, slice into 12 squares, and serve. Enjoy the perfect combination of rich chocolate and fresh strawberry flavors!
Notes
- Ensure the brownies are completely cool before adding the strawberries and ganache to prevent melting.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate based on preference.
- Store leftover brownies in the refrigerator to keep the ganache firm and strawberries fresh.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with vegan margarine, eggs with flax eggs, and use dairy-free chocolate and cream alternatives.
- To enhance flavor, consider lightly dusting the strawberries with a small amount of sugar before topping with ganache.
