Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies (Print Version)

Fudgy chocolate brownies topped with fresh strawberries and smooth ganache for an irresistible dessert that combines rich and fruity flavors.

# Ingredients:

→ Brownie Base

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder

→ Topping

09 - 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
10 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Melt the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add the sugar and whisk until combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
03 - Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
04 - Once the brownies have cooled, evenly arrange the halved strawberries over the top.
05 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
06 - Pour the ganache over the strawberries, spreading it to fully cover the brownies.
07 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set the ganache. Use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan and cut into squares before serving.