Heart Shaped Brownies
Deliciously rich and fudgy Heart Shaped Brownies with an irresistible chocolate flavor and perfect texture. Easy to make using simple pantry ingredients, these brownies are perfect for any occasion, from romantic dinners to cozy afternoons. Customizable and beautifully presented, they’re a treat that’s both delightful and impressive.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 heart shaped brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour)
Main Ingredients
- 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 (or gluten-free baking mix for gluten-free option)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Prepare the Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Measure and gather all ingredients. Line a square baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Mix with Sugar: Gently melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stove. Whisk in the granulated sugar until smooth, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add Eggs: Beat the eggs into the butter and sugar mixture one at a time, ensuring the batter stays smooth and glossy for the perfect fudgy texture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until no flour streaks remain to avoid cakey brownies.
- Add Chocolate Chips (Optional): Gently fold in chocolate chips for extra gooey bites throughout the brownies.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs but no raw batter.
- Cool and Cut into Heart Shapes: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut individual brownies for a charming presentation.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to achieve a smooth batter and better texture.
- Do not overbake; remove brownies when slightly underbaked for a fudgy consistency.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper to easily remove the brownie slab without breaking.
- Cool brownies completely before cutting to avoid crumbling.
- Use quality unsweetened cocoa powder for richer chocolate flavor.
- Dip the cookie cutter in hot water and dry before each cut to prevent sticking, or lightly grease it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart shaped brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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