Strawberry Shortcake Brownies
Strawberry Shortcake Brownies are the ultimate indulgence that combines fudgy brownies with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy night in, these delightful treats will tantalize your taste buds with their rich chocolate flavor and refreshing fruitiness. Easy to make yet impressive enough to wow your guests, they’re a dessert everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; stir in vanilla and mix into dry ingredients until smooth.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until glossy and thick.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Toss sliced strawberries with a sprinkle of sugar (optional).
- Cut brownies into squares, top with whipped cream, and add strawberries before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or using different berries. Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing for clean edges. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.