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    Strawberry Brownies From Scratch - Gluten Free, Eggless

    Published: Jan 31, 2022 by Taleen Benson · This post may contain affiliate links · Any nutrition info provided is estimated and will vary based on the brands used or with any substitutions · Leave a Comment

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    These are the best strawberry brownies! They're gluten free, eggless, and made entirely from scratch, yet the recipe is super easy. Plus, we're adding a creamy strawberry frosting on top, making these perfect for Valentine's Day.

    Stack of frosted strawberry brownies.
    Extra fudgy and topped with that creamy pink frosting!

    We sure do love our brownies around here. Once I cracked the code for perfect eggless brownies with my gluten free dairy free brownies, it was game over.

    Since then, I've just been dreaming up different flavors and variations. And, when I was recently thinking about fun and festive Valentine brownies, I figured these strawberry brownies would fit the bill perfectly.

    For one thing, they're pink! Well, the strawberry buttercream frosting is pink. But you see where I'm going with this.

    So I'm going to tell you all about this eggless brownie recipe, convince you to whip up a batch for your sweetheart (or yourself). And then I'll take you through how to make them, step by step.

    Why You'll Love These Strawberry Brownies...

    • These really are fudgy and gooey brownies. We're not using cocoa powder, but we are using melted chocolate.
    • Did I mention this is a one bowl recipe? Less dirty dishes, and no need to use an electric mixer.
    • That strawberry frosting is truly something special, and NOT just because it's pink. It's so sweet and delicious and pairs perfectly with the brownie base... it's like eating a chocolate covered strawberry!

    Ingredients and Substitutions...

    Ingredients needed for brownie recipe.
    See below for ingredient notes.
    • I get asked about my favorite gluten free flour all the time. My go-to has always been Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 flour. If you're using a different blend, just make sure it contains xanthan gum.
    • To make these strawberry brownies without eggs, you'll need Bob's Red Mill egg replacer. Follow the instructions on the package to prepare. You'll need to mix the powdered egg replacer with water and let it sit for 1-2 minutes to thicken before adding to the brownie batter.
    • If you're NOT looking to make these brownies without eggs, you can use 2 eggs instead of the egg replacer.
    • Freeze dried strawberries are pretty easy to find in most major grocery stores. These add wonderful strawberry flavor (and natural color!) without altering the consistency of the frosting.

    How To Make This Recipe...

    Melt the butter with the chocolate chips. You'll want to use a large microwave-safe bowl to microwave both the butter and chocolate together, in 30 second intervals. Stop and stir between each interval until it's completely smooth.

    Add the sugar and wet ingredients. Stir in the sugar, egg replacer, and vanilla extract.

    Add the dry ingredients. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined. The batter will be thick.

    Butter with chocolate chips in a bowl and brownie batter in a pan.
    These strawberry brownies come together in just minutes.

    Bake! Transfer the brownie batter into a square baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake on 350ºF for 22-24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.

    Grind the freeze dried strawberries. Use a food processor to prep the berries for your frosting.

    Make the strawberry frosting. Beat the butter until smooth, creamy, and fluffy. This will take a few minutes. Add the powdered sugar and freeze dried strawberries and beat to combine. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the consistency is creamy and spreadable.

    Frost the cooled brownies. You can use an offset spatula or, if you're feeling fancy, can even pipe a design onto the finished strawberry brownies.

    Close-up of a frosted brownie.
    I simply can't resist a fudgy brownie.

    Expert Tips...

    • I always say that my #1 baking tip is to weigh the flour using a scale. This is so incredibly important, because too much flour will give you dry brownies. Plus, not all gluten free flour blends are created equal. We'll need 222 grams for this recipe.
    • I like leaving a bit of overhang when I line the baking pan with parchment paper. That way, once the brownies are done, I pull the whole thing right out of the pan, paper and all, and transfer to a cutting board to frost and cut.
    • The specified bake time for these strawberry brownies is 22-24 minutes, but all ovens are different (and many are inaccurate). For this reason, I recommend checking in around the 22-minute mark. A toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies should come out mostly clean, meaning a couple of moist crumbs are ok.
    Frosted strawberry brownies on a plate.
    The pretty pink frosting makes these so fun for Valentine's Day.

    Frequently Asked Questions...

    How long should I wait before frosting the brownies?

    It's important to wait until the brownies have cooled completely before frosting, otherwise the frosting will just melt.

    Can I use fresh strawberries in the frosting?

    I would recommend against fresh strawberries here, because they will add moisture and may alter the consistency. Plus, I find that freeze dried strawberries add such delicious flavor!

    Are freeze dried strawberries the same as frozen?

    If you haven't worked with freeze dried fruit before, you might be wondering what it's all about! Freeze dried and frozen are not the same thing. Freeze dried strawberries have been frozen and placed in a vacuum. The moisture evaporates and the berries are dried out.

    How do you grind freeze dried strawberries?

    Use a food processor to grind the berries into a coarse powder. I found that I like having some small chunks of berries in the frosting, so I pulse in the food processor until I get that coarse texture that I like. Since you're not piping the frosting and don't have to worry about pieces getting stuck in the piping tip, you don't really need the powder to be too fine. It's all personal preference!

    What is the easiest way to cut brownies?

    As mentioned, I leave some overhang when I line my baking pan with parchment paper. When the brownies are ready, I pull the whole thing out (paper and all). It's easiest to cut the brownies after frosting. Use a large knife to gently slice up into bars.

    Can I make these strawberry brownies dairy free?

  • To make dairy free, you can try substituting your favorite non-dairy butter. Use non-dairy milk to thin out the buttercream frosting.
  • Did you try my frosted strawberry brownies from scratch? Leave me a comment below or tag me on Instagram @justastastyblog and #justastastyblog. And don't forget to subscribe to get new recipes right in your inbox!

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    Strawberry Brownies From Scratch - Gluten Free, Eggless

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    These are the best strawberry brownies! Super fudgy and topped with buttercream frosting.
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Keyword brownies, buttercream, chocolate, eggless, frosting, gluten free
    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 22 mins
    Total Time 42 mins
    Servings 12 brownies
    Calories 350
    Author Taleen Benson

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips
    • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter cut into cubes
    • ⅔ cup (133g) granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer mixed with 4 tbsp water
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 ½ cups (222g) gluten free flour blend
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt

    For the strawberry buttercream frosting:

    • ⅓ cup (5g) freeze dried strawberries
    • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter room temperature
    • 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
    • 1-2 tablespoons milk

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stopping to stir between each interval, until melted and smooth.
    • Add the sugar, prepared egg replacer, and vanilla extract and stir to incorporate. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt and stir until combined.
    • Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 22-24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a couple of moist crumbs are OK). Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack. Cool completely before frosting and slicing.

    To make the strawberry buttercream frosting:

    • Using a food processor, grind the freeze dried strawberries into a coarse powder. Set aside.
    • Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter until light and creamy, about 5 minutes.
    • Add powdered sugar and freeze dried strawberries, and continue to beat until combined. Add milk one tablespoon at a time while continuing to beat until the buttercream is the desired consistency. Spread onto cooled brownies.

    Notes

    • Be sure to follow the instructions on the package of Bob’s Red Mill Egg Replacer. Once mixed with water, the egg replacer must sit for just a few minutes to thicken.
    • If you are not looking to replace eggs, you should be able to use 2 eggs instead of the egg replacer.
    • I actually like the texture of having some larger chunks of freeze dried strawberries in my frosting. Pulse the freeze dried berries in the food processor until you have the texture you like. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 350kcal

    Watch my frosted strawberry brownie web story here.

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