Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies
A decadent and elegant Mother's Day dessert featuring a fudgy brownie base, fresh sliced strawberries, and a silky chocolate ganache.
Equipment
- 9x9 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 cup melted butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together melted butter, sugar, and eggs until glossy. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool the brownie completely.
- Arrange sliced strawberries evenly over the cooled brownie layer.
- Heat the heavy cream until simmering, then pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes before whisking smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the ganache over the strawberry layer and spread evenly to the edges.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set and firm.
- Slice into squares using a hot, clean knife and serve chilled.
Notes
Freshness: Use the firmest strawberries available to ensure the layers stay distinct.
Clean Cuts: Wiping your knife between cuts is the secret to a professional, "Alice-style" presentation.