Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 15.25 ounce box strawberry cake mix
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Strawberry Glaze
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tablespoons strawberry jam
- 2 Tablespoons heavy cream (or milk)
- pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring that the paper extends over the edges for easy removal later. Set aside.
- Mix Brownie Base: In a large bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 2 large eggs. Stir until thoroughly combined into a thick batter.
- Press Batter: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan. Use the palm of your hands to press it evenly into the pan, ensuring uniform thickness.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare Strawberry Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry jam, heavy cream, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add more cream or milk to achieve a glue-like consistency.
- Glaze Brownies: Once the brownies have cooled, spread the strawberry glaze evenly over the top with a spatula.
- Slice and Serve: Using a sharp knife, slice the brownies into 16 bars. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter glaze, substitute heavy cream with milk.
- Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- You can warm the strawberry jam slightly to make mixing easier.
- Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
