Ingredients
– For the Brownie Layer:
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– For the Strawberry Topping:
– 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– For the Crunch Topping:
– 1 cup crushed graham crackers
– 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
– 1/4 cup melted butter
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Making Strawberry Crunch Brownie Bars is quite simple if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Brownie Batter: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until fully combined.
4. Bake Brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan. Spread evenly and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Cool Brownies: Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes. Once cooled, lift the brownies out using the parchment paper and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
6. Prepare Strawberry Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for about 10 minutes to release juices.
7. Make Crunch Topping: In another bowl, mix together crushed graham crackers, coconut flakes, melted butter, and sugar until crumbly.
8. Assemble Bars: Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the macerated strawberries evenly over the brownie layer. Then, sprinkle the crunch topping generously over the strawberries.
9. Chill: Place the assembled bars in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set before slicing.
10. Slice and Serve: Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 bars
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g