Fudgy Strawberry Brownies Recipe
These fudgy strawberry brownies combine the sweet, fruity flavor of strawberry cake mix with a rich, buttery base and optional white chocolate chips for extra decadence. Topped with a luscious glaze made from powdered sugar and freeze-dried strawberries, these brownies are moist and bursting with strawberry goodness — perfect for a delightful dessert or snack.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (8x8 inch pan, cut into 4x4 squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Brownies
- 1 box strawberry cake mix (15.25 ounces)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries, ground
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to allow easy removal of the baked brownies. Set aside.
- Mix brownie batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, salt, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and smooth. Fold in the white chocolate chips if using, taking care to evenly distribute them without overmixing.
- Spread batter and bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and press it down evenly using a spatula or your hands. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs attached. Avoid overbaking to maintain the fudgy texture.
- Cool brownies: Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to ensure they set properly before glazing.
- Prepare glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, ground freeze-dried strawberries, and 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk or cream until a thick, smooth glaze forms. Adjust the liquid to reach your desired consistency.
- Glaze and set: Once the brownies are fully cooled, spread the strawberry glaze evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing the brownies into squares and serving.
Notes
- For best results, do not overbake the brownies to keep them fudgy and moist.
- The white chocolate chips are optional but add a lovely creamy sweetness.
- Freeze-dried strawberries can be ground using a food processor or a mortar and pestle.
- The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by varying the amount of milk or cream.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate longer.
Keywords: strawberry brownies, fudgy brownies, strawberry cake mix dessert, white chocolate brownies, strawberry glaze brownies