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Strawberry Brownies with Creamy Frosting

Sweet-tart strawberries combined with rich, fudgy brownies topped with creamy strawberry frosting, perfect for family gatherings or weekend baking sessions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Brownies
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips
For the Creamy Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup strawberry puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pink food coloring (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. The parchment should hang over the edges slightly for easy lifting.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until the mixture looks smooth and glossy.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the diced strawberries and white chocolate chips. Pat the strawberries dry before adding to prevent excess moisture.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
  6. While brownies cool completely, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and vanilla. Add a drop of pink food coloring for a beautiful rosy hue if desired.

Notes

Pat strawberries dry before adding to prevent excess moisture. Make strawberry puree for frosting while brownies bake. Ensure brownies cool completely before frosting or it will melt. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days. Can freeze unfrosted brownies for up to 3 months.