Strawberry Shortcake Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert fusion with these Strawberry Shortcake Brownies—where rich, fudgy chocolate brownies meet juicy fresh strawberries and a buttery shortcake crumble. This layered treat delivers the perfect balance of decadence and brightness, making it ideal for parties, family gatherings, or a cozy night in. With stunning presentation and irresistible flavor, this dessert is guaranteed to impress every time.
Ingredients
- Brownie Base
- 1 cup butter melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- OR one box brownie mix prepared as package instructs.
- Strawberry Layer
- 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- 1 –2 tbsp sugar optional, for macerating
- Cream Layer
- 1 –1½ cups whipped cream OR vanilla frosting
- Optional: ½ tsp vanilla or almond extract
- Shortcake Crumble
- 1 cup crushed shortbread cookies biscuits, or shortcake
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar optional
Instructions
- Step 1 – Prepare the Brownie Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Pour into pan and bake 25–30 minutes or until edges are set and center is slightly fudgy.
- Allow brownies to cool completely.
- Step 2 – Prep the Strawberries
- Wash, hull, and slice strawberries.
- Optional: Sprinkle lightly with sugar to release juices.
- Step 3 – Make Shortcake Crumble
- Mix crushed shortcake/biscuits with melted butter.
- Stir until sandy and crumbly.
- Step 4 – Assemble
- Spread whipped cream or frosting over the cooled brownies.
- Layer sliced strawberries evenly on top.
- Sprinkle shortcake crumble generously over strawberries.
- Chill the pan for 30–60 minutes for clean slicing.
Notes
- Let brownies cool completely to avoid melting the cream layer.
- Pat strawberries dry to prevent sogginess.
- Slice with a warm knife for clean squares.