Valentines Brownies
Nothing says “I love you” like rich, fudgy heart-shaped brownies studded with dark chocolate chips and dusted with powdered sugar. A perfect romantic dessert for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz 70% dark chocolate chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cut into cubes
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips optional, for extra pockets of melty goodness
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for lifting.
- Melt chopped dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Stir in granulated sugar until glossy.
- Whisk in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and sea salt.
- Gently fold in sifted flour and cocoa powder until no streaks remain.
- Add mini chocolate chips for extra chocolate goodness.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until set. Cool before cutting into heart shapes.
- Dust with powdered sugar and cut into heart shapes for a festive presentation.
Notes
Substitute almond flour for a gluten-free version. Use high-quality 70% dark chocolate for best flavor. Let eggs come to room temperature before mixing. Dutch-processed cocoa gives richer color.
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