Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies are a rich and decadent dessert made with fresh strawberries that are sandwiched between layers of fudgy brownies and chocolate ganache.

This quick and easy recipe combines two delicious sweet treats into the best single batch–it’s a 2-for-1 indulgence in every bite.

Best Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies

This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies recipe is an easy way to bake a batch of fudge brownies with a romantic Valentine’s Day feel.

I’ve made it so simple to make this masterpiece because my brownie base uses a box mix to save on time, and then piles the baked batch high with fresh, juicy strawberries.

These brownies are more fudge-like than cake-like, packed with tons of chocolate, and have a fruity burst of flavor in every deliciously decadent bite.

For more sweet ideas for your sweetheart, check out my Valentine’s Day Cookie Cups, Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries, Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries, as well as my other Valentine’s Day Treats.

Why We Love This Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies Recipe

• Quick and easy to make, especially because the brownies are baked from a box.
• Uses simple ingredients to create a delicious 2-in-1 dessert.
• Brownies combined with chocolate covered strawberries create the best sweet treat.
• Fresh fruit pairs perfectly with rich chocolate.
• Decadent homemade Valentine’s Day dessert or anytime satisfying snack.

Ingredients

• Box brownie mix: I used the Duncan Hines brand of brownie mix, but if you prefer to make homemade brownies, feel free to do so.
• Box chocolate pudding mix 
• Whole milk: You can replace this with half and half or water in the brownie mix, but for the chocolate chips, make sure not to use any water or the chocolate will seize. Feel free to use half and half for the ganache.
• Vegetable oil
• Eggs
• Fresh strawberries: Make sure to use fresh strawberries instead of frozen.
• Semi-sweet baking chocolate bars: You should be able to use semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips for this, but the chocolate bar will give you the best texture.
• Heavy whipping cream: You will need to use a heavy whipping cream for your ganache or you won’t achieve the consistency that you want. 
• Salted butter: If you use unsalted butter, make sure to add an extra pinch of salt.

Substitutions and Additions

• Fresh Fruit: While I love the pairing of strawberries and chocolate, you can use fresh raspberries or blackberries instead if you prefer a different fruit flavor.
• Brownie Base: You can use any brand of brownie mix that you prefer and any flavor variation for the brownie base. Some of the flavor options include fudge, milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or triple fudge.
• Choose Your Chocolate: Feel free to experiment with dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or semisweet chocolate for the ganache topping in this recipe.

Recommended Tools

• 9×9 inch baking pan: You can also use an 8.5×8.5 inch pan but I wouldn’t go any smaller than that.
• Parchment paper or cooking spray
• Large bowl
• Mixing tools
• Measuring tools
• Medium size heat safe bowl

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How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberry Brownies

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, mix together the brownie mix, pudding mix, milk, vegetable oil, and eggs, either by hand or with a mixer until fully combined. 
   
2. Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined baking pan and smooth the top.
   
3. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 34-37 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 1 inch from the edge comes out clean. 
   
4. Let the brownies cool completely in the baking pan for 30-45 minutes.
5. Once brownies have completely cooled, top with an even layer of strawberries (flat side down) and set aside.
   Pro-Tip: Allow the brownies to cool completely before adding the topping, otherwise the ganache won’t set.
   
6. In a small saucepan, heat the cream and butter over medium heat, stirring continuously until the butter is melted, and then let it cook until the mixture starts to slightly bubble on the edges of the saucepan, about 3 minutes. 
7. Remove the cream mixture from the heat and pour it over your bowl of chocolate.
   Pro Tip: Make sure the chocolate is completely covered by the cream.
8. Let the cream and chocolate sit for 5 minutes, then stir until the completely combined and you are left with a smooth, shiny ganache.
   
9. Pour the ganache evenly over the strawberries and tap then the pan against the counter to release any air bubbles.
10. Set the brownies aside to allow the chocolate ganache to set.
    Pro Tip: It should take about 90 minutes at room temperature or 30 minutes in the refrigerator. 
    
11. Once the ganache has set, cut the brownies into squares and serve.
    Pro-Tip: Use a very sharp, slightly serrated knife to cut these brownies for nice clean cuts. A plastic knife works great too. I recommend cutting the brownies into smaller sizes because it’s very rich and a little goes a long way!
12. Enjoy!

Storage Tips

• To Store: Make sure to store these brownies in the refrigerator after the first couple of hours because of the fresh strawberries in them. They will last for about 2-3 days if properly stored and covered.
• To Freeze: To freeze, individually wrap the brownies and place them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

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