Strawberry-Lemon Brownies

lemon zest, heart-shaped strawberry brownies

These Strawberry-Lemon Brownies taste like an early glimpse into springtime.
You'll want to add this simple delicacy to your permanent baking repertoire as soon as its fresh, gooey sweetness hits your tongue.
Whether you are on the hunt for the perfect Valentine's Day treat, or just looking for a new twist on an old chocolate favorite, these brownies are sure to bring a little sunshine into your kitchen!
Allow your efforts in the kitchen today to guide you on your journey to mindfulness.
The wholesome task of baking will put you in tune with your mind and body.
Embrace your senses, open your heart, and sink into your natural state of being.

strawberries, lemons, and metal grater on beige wooden cutting board

You will need:

14 medium strawberries
2 lemons
1 egg
1 Ghirardelli Triple Fudge Brownie Mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
8x8" glass baking pan
large mixing bowl
zester

Brownie Ingredients: strawberries, lemons, egg, vegetable oil, brownie mix

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

1. Rinse strawberries and lemons.

2. Zest lemons (save for later).

3. Slice and juice lemons.

4. Chop 6 of the strawberries into small chunks.

5. Carve the remaining 8 strawberries into heart shapes (save for later).

6. Mix in a large bowl: 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, Ghirardelli Triple Fudge Brownie Mix, fudge packet.

7. Add lemon juice and chopped strawberries. Stir or whisk to combine.

unmixed brownie ingredients in mixing bowl

thick, dark brown brownie mix in bowl with whisk

8. Grease 8x8" glass baking pan. Pour in mix.

9. Place pan in oven. Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 40-45 minutes.

10. Allow to cool.

11. Slice, decorate with a strawberry heart and a sprinkle of lemon zest.

heart shaped strawberry on brownie with lemon zest

heart shaped strawberry on brownie with lemon zest and fork

Extra Treat

Strawberries & Cream Brownie Bowl:
Looking for something extra?
Try adding a brownie to a bowl of vanilla yogurt and chopped strawberries for a cool, creamy desert with some added nutrients and probiotics.
This is the perfect desert to top off a midmorning brunch.

heart shaped strawberry on brownie with lemon zest in bowl with yogurt and strawberries

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