Description
These delightful Strawberry Brownies are a twist on traditional brownies, made with strawberry cake mix and topped with a luscious strawberry frosting. Moist, tangy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, they’re perfect for any dessert lover looking for a fruity treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 1 box strawberry cake mix with pudding in the mix (e.g., Pillsbury)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil (80 ml)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
Strawberry Frosting
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (90g)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves (40g – Bonne Maman recommended)
- 1 ½ tablespoons milk (22 ml)
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese (15g) optional
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8×8 inch baking pan with nonstick spray or line it with foil or parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, vegetable or canola oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or electric mixer until well incorporated.
- Bake the Brownies: Press the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the brownies are just done (a toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs).
- Cool Completely: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool entirely to room temperature in the pan before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, milk, and cream cheese if using, until smooth and spreadable.
- Frost the Brownies: Spread the strawberry frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Allow the frosting to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using strawberry preserves with chunks of fruit like Bonne Maman adds texture and natural flavor to the frosting.
- For easier pan removal, lining the pan with parchment paper is recommended.
- Cream cheese in the frosting is optional but adds a nice tangy richness.
- Ensure brownies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent frosting from melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry brownies, strawberry cake mix dessert, strawberry frosting, easy strawberry dessert, fruity brownies
