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Strawberry and Chocolate Brownies

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Love is in the air…
 
You know what's interesting? Love smells a lot like chocolate and strawberries.
 
It's a predictable combo especially during this time of year, but let's face it, chocolate and strawberries are one of the most delicious combos ever created. Like ever.
 
How many times have you dipped that strawberry into the Nutella jar when no one was looking? 😉 Heh.
 
So in the spirit of sticking with tradition I came up with these strawberry and chocolate brownies.  Ok…there are a few craisins thrown in there for little pop of color and tartness…but it is really the strawberries that are prevalent.  I just love the bits of fruit you get with each bite!
 
Often I make my own jam.  It is cheaper, healthier and easier than you might expect.  Still, if you prefer to swap it for store-bought jam it will work all the same.
 
**Little side note:  I did not seize LTG.  Mom has been busy but will be back tomorrow.  Rest assured 😉
 
 
Strawberry & Chocolate Brownies:
 
½ cup chocolate (I used leftover chocolate candies, otherwise just a break a bar down until you have about ½ cup)
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons canola oil
½ cup white sugar
½ cup dark brown sugar
2 eggs
¼ cup strawberry jam (recipe as follows)
1 cup flour
¼ cup dark chocolate chips
¼ cup dried cranberries
 
Homemade Strawberry Jam:
 
½ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
3 tablespoons of sugar, divided
 

In a small saucepan, boil down strawberries and 2 tablespoons of sugar for homemade jam. This will take about 8-10 minutes. Once the fruit has boiled down and thickened remove at once and transfer to a glass bowl. Stir in one more tablespoon of sugar and set aside to cool down completely.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Line an 8-inch glass dish with parchment paper coming up the sides. Butter the parchment paper and set aside.

In a small bowl, melt down chocolate and butter. Once melted stir in canola oil and sugars. If the mixture is still hot, let it sit for a few minutes to cool a bit before adding the eggs.

Add eggs, stirring after each. Add homemade jam and flour. Fold in chocolate chips and cranberries.

Pour batter into lined baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes.

Lift brownies out of baking dish immediately and transfer to a wire rack to let cool completely before slicing. 

If desired, serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a cup of coffee.

Enjoy with love!

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  1. Allie BakingAMoment says

    I don't even care if it's predictable, I love it! And I can think of nothing better to eat, especially at this time of year. The brownies and the coffee are a perfect treat!

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  2. Annalisa B says

    Sono eccezionali!!! Mi segno subito la ricetta!!!
    Ti mando un caro abbraccio!!

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  3. David says

    Tammy, These brownies look and sound great! I prefer the contrast of the strawberry and craisins with the chocolate. They complement each other and break up the strong heavy chocolate of the brownie. Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  4. RAJIV SANKARAPILLAI says

    yummy !
    lovely dish apt for Valentine's day 🙂

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  5. Chatty Crone says

    Tammy I would love one of those right here and now and a cup coffee - we are iced in and I am up for awhile! lol

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  6. ~~louise~~ says

    My daughter tells me there is a frozen jar of her Strawberry Jam in the mail which should be here in time for Valentine's Day. We'll see, lol...(she sometimes misses by a day or two:) When it arrives, and it will eventually, I know the very first thing I will be baking, these brownies! Scrumptious combination, Tammy. I'm in love:) A good cup of coffee is a must, thanks for the review and the dessert! Hi to Mom and thank you so much for sharing...

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  7. Nee says

    Hi Tammy , you are so right , love is in the air and chocolate brownies with a cup of coffee is ohhhhh so delicously good . Thanks for sharing 🙂

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  8. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    Chocolate, Strawberries and a good cup of tea sounds like pure love to me!

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  9. Blondee says

    Tammy those brownies sound delish!! What a great idea for Valentine's Day!

    Stay safe and warm with the storm moving up the coast, and please give my best to Catherine. 🙂

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  10. Dottie says

    Catherine, What a perfect post for this time of the year or anytime. Chocolate and strawberries are a favorite of mine. How luscious and tasty these brownies must be. These little morsels look just picture perfect on your plate. I never made jam before, so this looks like a great recipe for a beginner to try. iCoffee by Remington must be a marvelous coffee pot. There is nothing like a good cup of coffee to add to your scrumptious brownies. Thanks for sharing this, blessings, be safe and warm, as we are in for another blast of snow, ice, and cold here on LI. Dottie 🙂

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