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Delicious heart brownies for Valentine's Day celebration and romantic desserts.

Heart Brownies

Deliciously rich heart-shaped brownies perfect for expressing love on Valentine's Day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Provides richness; can be replaced with coconut oil for dairy-free brownies.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the mixture; brown sugar adds extra moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the brownies together; flax eggs can be used for vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds warmth; almond extract can be used for a twist.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Gives structure; can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa powder Use high-quality Dutch-processed cocoa for richer taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness; a pinch of sea salt is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Provides lift; can substitute with baking soda if needed.
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips Offers melty pockets of joy; swap for white chocolate or nuts.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a heart-shaped baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, melt the butter until gently warmed.
  4. Add the sugar and mix well until combined.
  5. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
  6. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring to combine.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  2. Allow to cool before cutting into heart shapes.

Notes

Serve with powdered sugar or homemade raspberry sauce, and pair with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.