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Fudgy Strawberry Swirl Brownies with Simple Glaze

Close-up of a rich, fudgy strawberry brownies square with a pink and white marbled cream cheese swirl topping.
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Make fudgy, chewy strawberry brownies that combine rich chocolate with bright strawberry flavor. This simple recipe results in a delicious, fruit-filled square perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup strawberry puree (from fresh or thawed frozen strawberries)
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional, for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
  6. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Drizzle the strawberry puree over the batter in the pan. Dollop the remaining brownie batter randomly over the puree layer. Use a knife to gently swirl the puree into the batter to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or water, and strawberry extract (if using) until smooth. Add more liquid, a teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  11. Once the brownies are cool, drizzle the strawberry glaze over the top. Let the glaze set before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For an extra fruity flavor boost, use freeze-dried strawberries blended into a powder and substitute 2 tablespoons of the flour with this powder.
  • If you prefer a cake mix version, substitute the flour, cocoa powder, and sugar with one box of strawberry cake mix, following the package directions for brownies, and swirl in chocolate chips or fresh strawberries.
  • To achieve a fudgier texture, slightly underbake the brownies by 2-3 minutes.

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