Strawberry Brownies Fudgy Squares (Printer-friendly)
Fudgy strawberry squares with a bright puree glaze—quick to mix, bake, and share for spring gatherings.
# 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
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and strawberry puree until thoroughly blended.
03 - Add eggs and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, blending until the batter is 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 just until combined. Avoid over-mixing for optimal texture.
06 - Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center yields a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before glazing.
09 - In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar with strawberry puree and lemon juice (if using) until smooth and pourable.
10 - Spread glaze over cooled brownies. Allow to set for 15 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The strawberry glaze makes these brownies so fragrant you&apost need a candle for dessert night.
- You can whip these up with basic pantry staples and a handful of fresh or frozen berries from the fridge.
02 -
- If you rush the cooling, the glaze melts into the brownies and you lose that creamy top layer.
- Adding a little extra strawberry puree to the glaze gives a more vivid pink, especially when serving for guests.
03 -
- Get the brightest strawberry color by using ripe, in-season berries, and don&apost be afraid to add a spoonful of jam if needed.
- Lifting the brownies out by the parchment only after they&aposre fully cool keeps the squares neat, not crumbly.