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The Ultimate Fudgy Strawberry Brownies from Scratch with Fresh Strawberry Swirl

Close-up of a fudgy square of strawberry brownies showing a bright pink, fruity swirl filling inside the dark chocolate base.
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Make rich, fudgy strawberry brownies from scratch that feature a bright swirl of fresh strawberries. This recipe delivers moist, dense bars perfect for any occasion.

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, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream (for optional glaze)
  • 1/4 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional, for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth. 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 to keep the brownies fudgy.
  5. Spread half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Scatter the finely chopped fresh strawberries evenly over the batter layer.
  7. Top with the remaining brownie batter, spreading gently to cover the strawberries.
  8. If making a cream cheese swirl (optional, based on secondary intent), mix 4 oz softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 egg yolk, then dollop over the top and swirl gently with a knife.
  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.
  11. Once cool, prepare the optional glaze by whisking the powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled brownies.
  12. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For an extra decadent treat, fold 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the batter before spreading it into the pan.
  • If you prefer chewy strawberry brownies, slightly reduce the baking time by 2-3 minutes.
  • To achieve a vibrant pink color in the optional glaze, use a tiny drop of red food coloring.

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