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Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe

Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe
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This Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe offers rich, fudgy brownies cut into charming heart shapes, perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or sharing a sweet moment. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow for all skill levels, customizable with nuts or chocolate chunks, and delivers a moist, dense chocolate treat with an adorable presentation.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (4 tablespoons) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Variations

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (for nutty twist)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (dark or white, for chocolate chunk upgrade)
  • 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water, for vegan version)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or pinch of cayenne pepper (for spiced surprise)
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (to replace butter, for vegan version)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Gather all your ingredients so everything is ready before you begin.
  2. Melt Butter and Mix with Sugar: In a microwave-safe bowl or over low heat on the stove, melt the butter until smooth. Stir in the granulated sugar while the butter is still warm, mixing until fully combined and slightly cooled.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract, blending everything into a glossy, light batter.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour (or gluten-free blend), and salt to ensure even distribution and avoid lumps.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients just until combined; do not overmix to keep your brownies tender and fudgy. If using nuts, chocolate chips, or spices, gently fold them in at this stage.
  6. Bake and Cool: Pour the batter evenly into your prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  7. Cut into Heart Shapes: Once cooled, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to punch out charming brownie shapes. Save leftover edges to enjoy or crumble as toppings.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter and consistent texture.
  • Don’t overbake; pull brownies out when a toothpick has moist crumbs to ensure maximum fudginess.
  • Let brownies cool fully before cutting to keep shapes clean and intact.
  • Warm your heart-shaped cookie cutter under hot water and dry before cutting to avoid sticking.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and moisture.

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