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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies

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These brownies are a chocolate-lover’s dream layered with sweet, juicy strawberries and a smooth chocolate ganache on top. It’s like biting into a chocolate-covered strawberry… with a brownie base! Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or just because.

Ingredients

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For the brownies:

  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter

  • 170 g (6 oz) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped

  • 2/3 cup (130 g) granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the strawberry layer:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweeter berries)

For the chocolate ganache:

  • 100 g (3.5 oz) dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy cream

Instructions

1. Make the brownie base:

  • Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

  • In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate together until smooth. Let cool slightly.

  • Whisk in the sugars, then the eggs and vanilla until glossy and combined.

  • Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until just combined — don’t overmix!

  • Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).

  • Let cool completely.

2. Add the strawberries:

  • Once brownies are cool, arrange the sliced strawberries over the top in a single layer.

  • If using, sprinkle with a bit of sugar for extra shine and sweetness.

3. Make the ganache:

  • Heat the cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chopped chocolate.

  • Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.

  • Pour the ganache over the strawberry layer and gently spread to cover.

4. Chill & serve:

  • Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour to set the ganache.

  • Slice into squares with a warm knife for clean cuts.

Notes

✔️ Add a splash of strawberry or raspberry liqueur to the ganache for a grown-up twist.
✔️ Use freeze-dried strawberry powder in the brownie batter for more strawberry flavor.
✔️ Swap strawberries for raspberries or cherries for a fruity twist.

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