Description
Delight in these rich and fudgy Heart Shaped Brownies, perfect for special occasions or just a sweet treat. Featuring a classic brownie base infused with chocolate chips and shaped into adorable hearts, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress with its moist texture and deep chocolate flavor.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Additional Tools
- heart-shaped cookie cutter
- 8-inch square baking pan
- parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until fully liquid. Stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Add these to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix for the fudgiest brownies.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter to distribute them evenly.
- Spread Batter and Bake: Pour and spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool the Brownies: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a cooling rack; this firming step helps with clean cutting.
- Cut Heart Shapes: Using the heart-shaped cookie cutter, carefully cut the cooled brownies into heart shapes. Wipe the cutter between cuts for clean edges.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the heart-shaped brownies on a serving plate. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence before serving.
Notes
- For extra decadence, dust the brownies with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate after cutting.
- To achieve cleaner edges when cutting, chill the brownies in the refrigerator before using the cookie cutter.
- If you prefer more fudgy brownies, slightly reduce baking time, but ensure they are cooked through.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart-shaped brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
