Description
Sumptuous chocolate brownies infused with fresh strawberries create a delightful dessert that merges rich cocoa with sweet berry notes. Home bakers can craft this simple treat, enjoying its harmonious blend of classic brownie texture and fruity freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) salted butter, melted (or oil)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (90 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
- 1 1/2 tablespoons (22 ml) milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish by lining it with parchment paper and lightly coating with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and strawberry extract until a thick, uniform batter forms.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent baking.
- Bake for 18-25 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean when the brownies are fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, and milk until smooth and well-blended.
- Once brownies have cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface.
- Slice into 9-12 pieces, serving the vibrant strawberry-infused dessert.
Notes
- Swap cake mix for gluten-free version to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising taste.
- Experiment with fresh strawberry puree instead of extract for more intense, natural fruit flavor.
- Control sweetness by adjusting glaze ingredients or using less powdered sugar for lighter dessert option.
- Enhance texture by slightly underbaking brownies for gooey center, ensuring toothpick has slight moisture when tested.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg