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Strawberry Brownies with Creamy Frosting

  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 12 squares

Description

Looking for the perfect treat to brighten your dessert table? These Strawberry Brownies with Creamy Frosting are a luscious blend of fruity sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture! Bursting with fresh strawberries, rich buttery notes, and topped with a silky strawberry glaze, this easy recipe is a true celebration of flavor. Ideal for quick breakfast ideas, easy dinner desserts, or when you just need a delicious and healthy snack to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Perfect for birthday parties, brunches, springtime gatherings, or any time you need simple food ideas that impress with minimal effort. One bite and you’ll fall in love with this easy recipe that’s as beautiful as it is scrumptious!

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
  • 3 tablespoons strawberry puree

For the Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon strawberry puree
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and strawberry puree until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together. Add gradually to wet ingredients and mix gently.
  4. Fold in Strawberries: Carefully fold chopped strawberries into the batter.
  5. Bake: Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Cool Completely: Allow brownies to cool fully on a wire rack.
  7. Make Frosting: Whisk powdered sugar, strawberry puree, lemon juice, and milk together until smooth. Adjust thickness if needed.
  8. Frost the Brownies: Spread frosting evenly over cooled brownies. Chill for easier cutting.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares and savor every bite!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

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