Fudgy Strawberry Brownies (Printable)
Fudgy brownies infused with strawberry puree, finished with a glossy strawberry glaze. Easy, spring-ready squares.
# What You’ll 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 Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and strawberry puree. Whisk until fully blended.
03 - Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the wet mixture, whisking until the batter becomes smooth.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
05 - Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, taking care not to over-mix.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface using a spatula.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow to cool fully in the pan before glazing.
09 - Whisk powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and lemon juice together until the glaze reaches a pourable consistency.
10 - Spread the glaze over cooled brownies, let it set for 15 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The glaze tastes like strawberry shortcake, but with none of the fuss of layering or decorating.
- Even people who claim not to like fruit desserts always go back for seconds.
02 -
- If your puree isn’t strained, you’ll end up with soggy brownies and streaky glaze.
- Overbaking dries these right out—pull them when the middle looks slightly underdone.
03 -
- Sprinkle chopped freeze-dried strawberries on top for crunch and extra berry power.
- Sifting the powdered sugar for the glaze makes all the difference in keeping it smooth and professional looking.