Valentine’s Day is all about sweet moments, and what better way to celebrate than with a batch of rich, chocolatey brownies infused with the tart sweetness of strawberries and raspberries?
These Valentine’s Brownies combine luscious dark chocolate with the natural flavors of Natierra Freeze-Dried Fruits for a treat that’s as delightful as it is delicious. Whether you’re baking for a loved one or treating yourself, these brownies are sure to make your heart skip a beat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Burst of Berry Flavor: Freeze-dried strawberries and raspberries add a natural fruity twist to every bite.
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Rich Chocolate Goodness: A combination of melted chocolate, cacao powder, and a silky ganache make this brownie extra decadent.
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A Perfect Valentine’s Treat: Whether for your sweetheart or yourself, this recipe is love at first bite!
Ingredients
For the Brownie:
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½ cup butter
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate
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1 cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2/3 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp Natierra Organic Cacao Powder (Tip: For an energy boost, try using our Organic Cacao Powder with Maca!)
For the Ganache:
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate
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1/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Making the Brownies:
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Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with baking spray.
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Grind the Freeze-Dried Berries: Use a spice grinder, small blender, or food processor to pulverize the strawberries and raspberries. It’s okay if some pieces aren’t completely fine—these add a bit of texture!
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Melt the Chocolate & Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the melted chocolate mixture. Whisk or use a hand mixer on low to medium speed until combined.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the ground freeze-dried berries, flour, cacao powder, and pink salt. Mix until just combined.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28-30 minutes. The edges should slightly pull away from the sides. Let the brownies cool completely before adding the ganache.
Making the Ganache:
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Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the heavy cream just until it starts to simmer—do not let it boil.
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Melt the Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate in a shallow, heat-safe bowl. Let it sit for 3 minutes before stirring until smooth.
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Spread & Chill: Once the brownies are cool, spread the ganache evenly over the top. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the ganache to set.
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Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle additional freeze-dried strawberries and raspberries on top for an extra pop of flavor and festive color.
A Valentine’s Treat to Savor
This Valentine’s Day, skip the store-bought sweets and bake something extra special. After all, love is homemade! 💕🍓🍫
Happy Valentine’s Day!
