Fudgy Strawberry Brownies
Technically these ARE brownies because they have a chocolate base. However, I will accept arguments in favor of calling them blondies since white chocolate is not technically chocolate. Although, so many hybrid baked goods do not neatly fit into categories. The croissant muffin? The cronut? So yes, strawberry brownies might be an identity crisis on a plate. They’re not traditional brownies, they’re not quite blondies, they’re something deliciously in-between that doesn’t care about dessert classifications. Perhaps that’s the lesson here: sometimes the best things in life don’t fit neatly into categories. Sometimes they’re just pink, delicious, and waiting for you to take that first surprising bite.
The strawberry glaze on top of these strawberry brownies or strawberry blondies (ugh) creates a paper-thin crackling sensation that gives way to that soft interior. It’s texture perfection. Plus, they are super cute! You can make them to kick off the spring baking season, for Valentine’s day, or any day you feel so inclined to eat something pink.
What Makes These Different from Regular Brownies?
Well, a lot of things. Traditional brownies rely on chocolate for their rich flavor and distinctive texture. Strawberry brownies flip the script by using strawberry as the star flavor while maintaining that dense, slightly chewy texture that makes brownies so irresistible.
The secret? A combination of freeze-dried strawberry powder for consistent flavor and color, plus white chocolate. The result is a treat that’s visually stunning and delivers genuine strawberry goodness in every bite.
Variations to Try
If you are feeling extra creative and want to make a twist on this recipe, try out the options below!
- Chocolate-Dipped: After cutting, dip half of each brownie in melted dark chocolate for an elegant finish.
- Lemon Glazed: Add zest of ½ of a lemon to the glaze!
Looking for more blondies?
Check out my other blondie recipes here.
Equipment
- 1 9X9 pan
Ingredients
Strawberry Brownie Base
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter 169 grams
- 8 oz white chocolate chips (you can also use bars) 226 g
- 2 eggs and 2 egg yolks
- 1 1/4 cups granulated white sugar 250 grams
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 220 grams
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 1/2 cups freeze-dried strawberries 50-60 grams (make sure these are ground in a mortar and pestle or food processor so they are in a fine powder)
Strawberry Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar 135 grams
- 3 tbsp whole milk
- 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries 8 grams, (make sure these are ground in a mortar and pestle or food processor so they are in a fine powder)
Instructions
Brownie Instructions
- Line an 9X9 pan with parchment paper and preheat oven to 350F
- In a microwave safe medium bowl (or in a medium bowl over a pot of simmering water) add the white chocolate and butter
- Microwave in 30-second increments and stir in between to make sure the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, add sugar the eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla. Whisk until slightly foamy. Add into the melted butter and white chocolate mixture and mix until smooth.
- Next add in the flour, salt and ground strawberry powder. Pour into the batter into the pan and smooth out the top
- Bake for 27-30 minutes, until top is shiny edges are slightly browned
- Remove from oven and let cool before putting on the glaze
Make the Glaze
- Mix all ingredients in a small bowl, add more powdered sugar or more milk depending on desired consistency. One more tablespoon of milk will thin out the glaze and 2 tablespoons extra of powdered sugar can be used to thicken the glaze!
- Spread on top of the cooled brownies. Let set for 20 minutes in the fridge. Slice and enjoy!
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