Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies make by far the BEST strawberry and chocolate combination. Fudgy and moist chocolate brownies topped with fresh strawberries and covered with a rich chocolate ganache will sure knock your socks off.
Are you a fan of chocolate and strawberry combination? You should see our chocolate strawberry cake, strawberry chocolate cookies and chocolate strawberry puff pastry tartlets too!
Who wouldn’t be impressed by strawberries? There is no fruit that is more attractive than strawberries. What is your favorite way of eating them? Although I love them fresh and as they are, I can never resist a chocolate strawberry combination or when they are topped on a lighter dessert like our strawberry cream cheese pie.
Using Fresh Strawberries
I’ve been planning to make chocolate-covered strawberry brownies since I discovered my passion about combining these super pretty looking berries with chocolate when I first made classic chocolate-dipped strawberries. These two can make any occasion so pleasing. Can you imagine how these strawberry brownies will become an awe-inspiring dessert for everyone you serve them to?
I love brownies. I adore strawberries covered with chocolate. Most of you do too. So how about combining these in one recipe that is sure to please everyone? There is no doubt, this is a decadent dessert. You will feel it once you have the first bite. If a slice of fudgy brownie with chunks of fresh strawberries covered with a silky layer of chocolate can not take you to heaven, I don’t know what can. Let’s face it, this is not one of those healthier desserts but it’s okay to spoil yourself once in a blue moon, right?
How To Make
- Bake the brownie of your choice. See ours below in the recipe section. Let it cool down completely. Slice the strawberries in two and place the sliced parts down on your newly baked and cooled brownie.
- Meanwhile prepare the chocolate ganache. Let it cool a bit and pour over the strawberries. Chill in the refrigerator for half an hour or until set.
- If you want to add even more chocolate in your brownies, add in some chocolate chips in the batter before pouring it in the pan. I think the amount of chocolate is enough when you consider the chocolate ganache on the top.
Can I Chop The Strawberries?
Yes, you can. This is recommended for too large strawberries. However, the brownies wouldn't have that fancy look. It is better to use small or medium sized strawberries and cut them in halves for this recipe.
Can I Make This Recipe With A Brownie Mix?
It would definitely be a shortcut. But if you love baking from scratch, use this recipe and make your own brownie mixture with real chocolate.
Can I Substitute Ready-To-Use Chocolate Sauce For Ganache?
Not recommended. I mean, it won't give the same silky feeling, so make your own chocolate ganache at home! Tastes way better! And super easy to make!
How To Store
Place the brownies in an airtight container in a single layer and keep them in the refrigerator up to 3 days. As these are made with fresh strawberries, it is not recommended to store them longer than this.
Alternative Fruit Ideas
I think you can use this method with any berries you like. I’m planning to try it with peaches when they are in season. Will definitely let you know. Other fruit ideas might be pineapples, oranges, clementines, pears and plums.
What other fruit would you like to see on such fudgy brownies with a rich chocolate sauce? Your ideas are always welcomed! Please share them in the comments section.
Do you like combining brownies with fruit as much as I do? If yes, you need to go check out Liz’s fantastic cherry chocolate brownies!
If you are not in the mood for brownies, yet still looking for a good dessert bursting with berries, Tricia’s gorgeous blueberry breakfast cake is the right option for you.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Brownies
Fudgy brownies topped with fresh strawberries and chocolate sauce
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Brownies:
- 4 oz butter
- 8 oz semi sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Topping:
- 8 oz semi sweet chocolate
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 cups strawberries, halved
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Butter a 8X8 inch square pan, line it with baking paper and put aside.
- Melt butter in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and add in chocolate chips when it’s still hot. Mix until smooth.
- Add in sugar and mix.
- Add in eggs, one at a time and mix well.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the bowl. Mix until combined.
- Sift in flour and salt. Using a spatula, stir until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool completely.
- When it cools completely, slice the strawberries in halves and place them on top of the brownie. Put the sliced parts down on the brownie.
- Heat heavy cream in a bowl over simmering water, add in chocolate chips and let it melt. Whisk it occasionally until smooth. Bring it to room temperature.
- Pour it over strawberries. Let it cool in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the ganache is set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 383
- Sugar: 32.9 g
- Sodium: 92.2 mg
- Fat: 21.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 45.2 g
- Protein: 6.2 g
- Cholesterol: 96.6 mg
Keywords: chocolate strawberry brownies
Candice says
Made this today. Excellent concept and has the right proportions of ingredients, but if one is not careful, it can turn out to be VERY dry. It may take the 30-35 mins, but I urge everyone to check it before then so you don't overcook like I did. Also, it didn't seem to me that the ganache yield was enough. Chocolate was on the thick side having only added 4 T of heavy cream, so I added a bit more to thin it out. Flavor of all was very good, just consistency wasn't where I would have liked it to be. Thanks for the recipe. I'll tweak next time and see if it comes out better.
Roxanne says
I am making these now, with my one bowl brownie recipe. I doubled it because I am bringing them to physical therapy tomorrow.
As an idea for other fruits.... raspberries with a dark chocolate ganache!!!! I will be doing coffee hour for church around Valentine's day, and that will be a perfect dessert (along with my cheesecakes, cinnamon rolls, mini Bundt cakes and quick breads, plus fresh fruit, a veggie platter, and cheese and crackers! We are the fellowship of the fork!!!)
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Maggie says
I made these delicious brownies for my sister’s birthday and they were a delight! Thank you for all your recipes!
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Zerrin says
Hi Maggie! Glad you loved them! Happy birthday to your sister!
Katie Laven says
These were fabulous! I used a boxed brownie mix because I didn’t have a lot of time but they were still amazing. I took them to my Bible study for our snack today as I thought they would be a perfect Valentine’s Day treat. Everyone raved about them! I’ll definitely be making these again! The only change was that my ganache did not make enough to cover the strawberries, so I ended up doubling it.
Zerrin says
I'm so happy to hear that Katie! Using brownie mix makes the things way easier. Thanks for sharing your feedback!
Fatima says
Hi I would like to make this recipe but I don’t know if it’s plain flour or self-raising flour the recipe just says flour. Ps the pictures look lovely
Zerrin says
Thanks Fatima! I use plain flour for this recipe.
Molly says
the photos of these brownies are amazing, but I'm a pretty experienced baker and I followed the recipe to a tee and they came out awful, like bad chocolate cake.. I just threw them in the bin instead of going forward with the strawberry chocolate ganache topping
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Zerrin says
Hi Molly! I'm sorry the recipe didn't work for you. What was the exact problem? Was it too gooey or dry? I'd love to help.
Tricia @ Saving Room for Dessert says
Such a wonderful, beautiful, drool-worthy dessert! I love the combination of strawberry and chocolate. Sharing and pinning!
Zerrin says
Thank you so much Tricia! It's very kind of you!
Ice says
These are simply stunning! My Goodness!!!!! Wow!
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Zerrin says
Thank you for these kind words my friend!
Genny says
Kiwi fruit are in season here and I think will be a perfect alternative until the strawberry season
Zerrin says
Hi Genny! Making these brownies with kiwi fruit is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Liz says
Perfect timing as the strawberries in our markets are looking great! What beautiful brownies!
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Zerrin says
Thank you Liz! Glad you love them. I can add strawberries in anything these days.