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Valentine's Day Brownies

Valentine’s Day Brownies are the perfect pick-me-up whether you’re celebrating with a lover, friends, or all by yourself. Filled to the brim with chocolate, this batter bakes into a moist and fudgy brownie that has those slightly crisp and chewy edges we all beg for.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword brownie, easy, holiday, quick, winter
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 9
Calories 340kcal

Equipment

  • 1 8 x 8 square baking pan
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 small pots/saucepans
  • measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 +1/3 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup red, white, and pink sprinkles

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  • Next, coat a 8x8 baking dish with butter, oil, or nonstick cooking spray to prevent the brownies from sticking. Parchment paper could also be used instead.
  • Then melt the butter on the stovetop on medium-low heat with the 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, setting aside to cool a little afterward.
  • Next, sift all dry ingredients together.
  • Then you can stir in the melted butter and melted chocolate into the dry mix, adding the eggs and vanilla extract next.
  • Be sure to mix thoroughly until everything is homogeneous, but do not overmix.
  • Last, fold in the remaining 1/3 cup of chocolate chips, along with the sprinkles, into the batter without overmixing.
  • Then pour the batter into the baking dish, using a spatula to smooth the batter out evenly.
  • Bake in the oven, at 350º F, for about 30-40 minutes.
  • Remove brownies from the oven when a toothpick comes out clean about an inch from the edges. The center will firm up more once the brownies cool down.
  • Cool for two hours before slicing. Slice into 9 pieces and serve.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the brownie batter. This means as soon as everything is fully incorporated and evenly distributed, stop mixing.
  • For cakier Valentine’s Day Brownies, add one more egg to the mix before baking.
  • For a vegan version: Use 2 tablespoons of chia seeds mixed with 6 tablespoons of water in place of eggs, replace the butter with vegetable oil, and use dark chocolate chips.
  • Oven times can vary, especially depending on the type of pan you use. Metal pans may require less time than suggested, while ceramic and glass can take a bit longer to bake. 
  • If you prefer nutty brownies, add in ½ cup of chopped walnuts instead of the chocolate bits. I prefer more chocolate than the nuts, but whatever suits you is fine.
  • If you can’t wait for your Valentine’s Day Brownies to cool because you’re impatient, carefully use a spatula or large spoon to dish it out into a bowl and serve with a scoop of ice cream over the hot brownie. Eating it as a sundae is a wonderful idea.