Description
Delight in these rich, fudgy Heart Shaped Brownies that combine classic chocolate flavors with a fun, romantic twist. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat, these brownies are baked to perfection with melty chocolate chips and shaped into adorable hearts for a charming presentation.
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 Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan thoroughly and line it with parchment paper to ensure the brownies don’t stick and come out easily.
- Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter until liquid. Stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming the base of your brownie batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir gently until the ingredients are just combined to retain a tender texture. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter, distributing them evenly to add extra bursts of chocolatey goodness throughout the brownies.
- Bake the Brownies: Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool Completely: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This ensures they set properly and are easier to cut without crumbling.
- Cut into Heart Shapes: Once cool, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out adorable heart-shaped brownies. Press firmly and carefully to maintain clean edges.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the heart-shaped brownies on a platter, and serve as a delightful treat for parties, Valentine’s Day, or just because.
Notes
- For extra decadence, dust the brownies with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate after cutting for a decorative touch.
- For cleaner, sharper edges, chill the brownies in the refrigerator before cutting.
- This recipe can be adapted with nuts or different chocolate chips for variation.
- Store baked brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart-shaped brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
