Description
Delight in these rich and fudgy heart-shaped brownies, perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat. Made with classic ingredients like cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and vanilla, these brownies combine a tender crumb with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Cut into charming heart shapes to add a festive and romantic touch to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Tools
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter
- 8-inch square baking pan
- Parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: 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 liquefied. Stir in granulated sugar, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Finally, mix in 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. Gradually stir these dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the brownies tender.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips to add bursts of gooey chocolate throughout the brownies.
- Spread batter and bake: Evenly spread the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool completely: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This helps them set and makes cutting easier.
- Cut into hearts: Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, press firmly into the cooled brownie slab to create individual heart-shaped brownies. Carefully lift each out and arrange for serving.
- Serve and enjoy: Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra decorative touch before serving. Enjoy these charming and indulgent treats!
Notes
- For extra decadence, dust brownies with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate after cutting.
- For cleaner edges, chill brownies in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before cutting with the cookie cutter.
- Make sure not to overbake to keep the brownies moist and fudgy.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with nuts or other mix-ins as desired.
- These brownies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart-shaped brownie (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
