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Super Easy Strawberry Brownies Recipe

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These Super Easy Strawberry Brownies combine the rich flavor of classic brownies with the sweet, fruity taste of strawberries. Made with strawberry cake mix and optional cream cheese or white chocolate additions, this recipe is perfect for a quick yet indulgent dessert. The brownies can be topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese glaze or drizzled with melted white chocolate for an elegant finish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 box strawberry cake mix
  • 2 large eggs (use only 1 egg if adding cream cheese option)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Additions

  • 4 tablespoons softened cream cheese (if adding, omit 1 egg)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves or jam (or pureed/mashed fresh strawberries for glaze)
  • Milk (to thin glaze if needed)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup white chocolate chips (folded into batter)
  • 4 ounces chopped white chocolate or 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (for drizzling)
  • Fresh strawberry slices (to press on top of batter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray it lightly with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the brownies.
  2. Combine Batter Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Add 2 eggs if you are not adding cream cheese, or just 1 egg if you plan to incorporate the cream cheese into the batter.
  3. Mix Batter: Stir all ingredients until fully combined. If you want to add white chocolate chips into the batter, fold them in halfway through mixing to avoid overmixing.
  4. Prepare the Pan: Press the batter evenly into the prepared pan using your hands or the back of a spoon. For a smooth finish, place a piece of waxed paper over the batter, press down gently, and lift it off.
  5. Add Toppings: If desired, arrange fresh strawberry slices evenly over the top of the batter before baking.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the brownies are just set. Avoid overbaking to keep them moist.
  7. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely on a wire rack before adding any glaze or drizzles.
  8. Prepare Strawberry Cream Cheese Glaze (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry preserves or jam, and softened cream cheese until smooth. Add milk sparingly to thin out the glaze if it’s too thick.
  9. Apply Glaze: Spread the strawberry cream cheese glaze evenly over the cooled brownies using the back of a spoon or an offset spatula. Add sprinkles if desired.
  10. Set Glaze: Refrigerate the glazed brownies for about 15 minutes to allow the frosting to set properly.
  11. White Chocolate Drizzle Option: Microwave the chopped white chocolate or white chocolate chips in 20 to 30-second increments until completely melted. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the entire pan of cooled or frosted brownies using a fork or spoon. Let it set before cutting, or drizzle directly on individual squares.
  12. Serve: Cut the brownies into 16 squares and enjoy your delectable strawberry brownies!

Notes

  • If using cream cheese in the batter, reduce the eggs to 1 to maintain the right texture.
  • Adding white chocolate chips inside the batter or drizzled on top adds extra sweetness and depth.
  • Fresh strawberry slices on top add a refreshing pop but are optional.
  • Be careful not to overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
  • The glaze can be thinned with milk slowly to reach your preferred consistency.
  • You can store leftover brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Room temperature cream cheese ensures smoother mixing when making the glaze.

Keywords: strawberry brownies, easy strawberry dessert, cake mix brownies, cream cheese glaze, white chocolate drizzle, quick brownies

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