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Fudgy strawberry swirl brownies with creamy swirls and rich chocolate

Fudgy Strawberry Swirl Brownies

Bright, fudgy, and swirled with real strawberry goodness, these brownies are a perfect blend of chocolate and fresh fruit.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted Use high-quality unsalted butter for best flavor.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Helps create a glossy top.
  • 4 large eggs Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Choose between natural and Dutch-processed cocoa for different flavors.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Strawberry Swirl
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, pureed Use ripe berries; if frozen, thaw and drain.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar For the swirl glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until glossy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually mix these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Assembly
  1. Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  2. Puree the strawberries until smooth, then spread the puree over the batter layer.
  3. Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the strawberry layer and swirl using a knife.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
  2. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Glazing and Serving
  1. Whisk powdered sugar with 1-2 teaspoons of water or milk to create a thin glaze and drizzle over cooled brownies before cutting.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped squares.