Description
Indulgent chocolate dipped strawberry brownies blend rich cocoa with sweet, juicy berries in a heavenly dessert. Luscious layers of fudgy brownie topped with fresh strawberries and smooth chocolate create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Baking Essentials:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating and Decoration:
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil
- Fresh strawberries, washed and dried
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and light greasing.
- Create a smooth base by gently melting butter in a saucepan over low heat, then remove from stove and vigorously whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet mixture, stirring carefully to maintain a rich, dense consistency without overmixing.
- Transfer the thick batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula, and bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick reveals minimal moist crumbs when inserted.
- Remove brownies from oven and allow complete cooling on a wire rack, which helps set the texture and prevents soggy edges.
- Prepare chocolate coating by microwaving chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval to achieve a glossy, smooth melted chocolate.
- Carefully dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, covering approximately two-thirds of the fruit, allowing excess chocolate to gently drip back into the bowl.
- Arrange chocolate-dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined tray, optionally sprinkling with crushed nuts or decorative sprinkles before allowing chocolate to set.
- Once brownies have reached room temperature, slice into precise squares using a sharp knife for clean edges.
- Garnish each brownie square with a chocolate-dipped strawberry or artfully display strawberries alongside the dessert for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Choose ripe, firm strawberries for the best texture and flavor, ensuring they’re completely dry before dipping to prevent chocolate from seizing.
- Use high-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate for a rich, intense flavor that complements the sweet strawberries and fudgy brownies.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting to maintain clean edges and prevent crumbling, which helps create a more professional-looking dessert.
- Try alternative chocolate coatings like white chocolate or milk chocolate, or add a sprinkle of sea salt for an unexpected flavor twist that elevates the dessert.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg