Description
These Strawberry Brownies are soft, chewy, and bursting with sweet strawberry flavor. Made with a simple cake mix base and topped with a luscious strawberry glaze, they’re the perfect easy dessert for spring, summer, or any pink-themed party.
Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients:
- 1 box strawberry cake mix (Pillsbury recommended)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil (80 ml)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
Topping Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (90g)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves (40g – Bonne Maman preferred)
- 1 ½ tablespoons milk (22 ml)
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese (15g – optional for creamier glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined and thick.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Let the brownies cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, milk, and optional cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Glaze the brownies: Once the brownies are cool, spread the glaze evenly over the top. Let set for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- The optional cream cheese in the glaze adds a rich, creamy texture and tang. Omit if you prefer a lighter, transparent glaze.
- Try refrigerating the brownies for a firmer texture and cleaner slice.
- Top with fresh sliced strawberries or sprinkles for a festive look.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Strawberry Brownies, Cake Mix Brownies, Pink Dessert, Easy Strawberry Bars, Spring Dessert