Description
Delicious heart-shaped brownies perfect for any occasion, showcasing a rich chocolate taste with a fun romantic twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (optional)
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Then stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until just combined.
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips for extra chocolatey flavor.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart-shaped brownies.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For serving, you can sprinkle powdered sugar on top or serve with vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg