Heart-Shaped Valentines Chocolate Brownies Recipe
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Category
Valentine’s Days
Servings
14
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Calories
340
These Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Chocolate Brownies are the perfect way to show your love through baking!
Rich, fudgy, and bursting with chocolatey goodness, they’re cut into adorable heart shapes and decorated with icing for an extra special touch.
Serve them as a romantic dessert, a thoughtful homemade gift, or a sweet surprise to melt anyone’s heart. 💕
Ingredients
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150g unsalted butter
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200g dark chocolate (chopped)
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200g caster sugar
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3 large eggs
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100g plain flour
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30g cocoa powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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100g milk or dark chocolate chips
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150g icing sugar
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2-3 tbsp water
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Red and white food colouring
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Piping bags with fine nozzles
For the Brownies:
For the Decorations:
Directions
Step 1: Make the Brownie Batter
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 160°C (fan) / 180°C / Gas Mark 4.
Line a 9x13-inch baking tin with parchment paper.
Melt the Chocolate and Butter: In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate together over a pan of simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave.
Stir until smooth, then let cool slightly.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and cooled chocolate mixture, stirring until combined.
Add the Dry Ingredients: Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, and fold gently until just combined.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are set, but the centre is still slightly fudgy.
Cool completely in the tin.
Step 2: Cut into Heart Shapes
Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cooled brownies.
Pro tip: save the trimmings for nibbling or making brownie sundaes!
Step 3: Decorate with Icing
Prepare the Icing: Mix the icing sugar with water to create a smooth, pipeable consistency.
Divide into two bowls, tinting one red and leaving the other white.
Transfer each colour to a piping bag fitted with a fine nozzle.
Create Your Designs: Pipe delicate hearts, swirls, or lace-like patterns on the tops of the brownies.
You can alternate colours for extra flair or write sweet messages like "Love" or "Be Mine."
Let the Icing Set: Allow the decorated brownies to sit for about 30 minutes, so the icing firms up before serving.
Serving Tip
Arrange on a plate or pack in a pretty gift box for the ultimate homemade Valentine’s Day surprise.
Perfect with a cup of coffee or a glass of bubbly!
Enjoy spreading the love, one brownie at a time!
Recipe Notes
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Servings: The recipe typically yields about 14 tasty Valentine's Day brownies.
Calories per serving: 340 calories.
Remember: Tag #whitakerschocolates with your romantic, heart-shaped creations!
How to Store Your Valentines Brownies
To keep your Valentine’s Heart-Shaped Brownies fresh and delicious, follow these simple storage tips:
Short-Term Storage
Room Temperature: Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Keep them away from direct sunlight and heat.
Layering Tip: If stacking brownies, place a sheet of parchment paper between layers to prevent the icing from smudging.
Long-Term Storage
Refrigeration: For up to a week, store brownies in the fridge in an airtight container. Allow them to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Freezing: Brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Wrap each heart individually in cling film, then place them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying.
These storage tips will ensure your brownies stay as delightful as the day they were baked! ❤️
Valentine's Day Brownies Serving Suggestions
Classic Pairing: Serve your heart-shaped brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a warm-and-cool dessert combo.
Drizzle Delight: Add a drizzle of warm chocolate or caramel sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
Berry Bliss: Garnish with fresh raspberries, strawberries, or a dollop of whipped cream for a fruity, romantic flair.
Sweet Drinks: Pair your brownies with a rich hot chocolate, a creamy latte, or even a glass of bubbly to celebrate in style.
Dessert Platter: Arrange the brownies with other Valentine’s treats like chocolate-dipped strawberries or macarons for an irresistible dessert spread.
These suggestions will make your brownies the highlight of your Valentine’s Day celebrations! ❤️
