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Fudgy Strawberry Swirl Brownies

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Make rich, fudgy brownies with a bright, sweet swirl of fresh strawberry puree. This recipe uses simple ingredients for a decadent, homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for strawberry swirl)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Prepare the strawberry swirl: In a small bowl, combine the strawberry puree, lemon juice, and powdered sugar. Mix well.
  6. Pour two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Dollop spoonfuls of the strawberry mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining one-third of the brownie batter over the strawberry dollops.
  8. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the strawberry mixture into the chocolate batter. Do not over-swirl; you want distinct ribbons of color.
  9. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The edges should look set, and a toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang and cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can use freeze-dried strawberries blended into a powder and mixed into the puree.
  • To achieve a fudgier texture, avoid overbaking. The center should remain slightly soft when removed from the oven.
  • If you prefer a chocolate covered strawberry brownie look, melt 4 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled brownies.

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