Julie Clark
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Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies
Indulge in Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies – a sweet dessert delight with only 7 ingredients. This easy recipe with simple glaze is set to star on your dessert table.
Sweet, colorful and absolutely scrumptious — these are the words that come to mind when I think of the dessert I’m spotlighting today. Say hello to Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies, a unique blend of ingredients that is so easy to mix up.
This strawberry dessert is great for Valentine’s Day, baby showers or summer picnics.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Brownies Recipe:
- Simplicity: Utilizing a strawberry cake mix simplifies the baking process. It’s a hack that saves you time and effort, without compromising on taste.
- Versatility: These brownies are a sweet treat perfect for all occasions. Be it a casual tea party or an extravagant birthday celebration (add sprinkles!), these strawberry brownies will fit right in.
- Traditional Flavor: You know and love our easy strawberry cake recipe. This takes that same strawberry flavor and turns it into a handheld brownie bar.
Can you make brownies with a cake mix?
Yes, you can make brownies with a cake mix! This is a popular baking hack to quickly and easily make moist, delicious brownies with minimal ingredients.
There are variations that call for cream cheese or vegetable oil, but ours simply has butter and eggs for a fabulous chewy texture.
Ingredients
- Strawberry Cake Mix. I used Pillsbury Moist Supreme Strawberry Cake Mix (15.25 ounces).
- Strawberry Jam: I used store-brand strawberry jam. I prefer jam or preserves because I like the little pieces of strawberries in the glaze.
How to Make Strawberry Brownies
- Prepare. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 square baking dish with cooking spray and line it with two small pieces of parchment paper. Set aside.
- Mix the batter. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix strawberry cake mix (no stand mixer or hand mixer needed!), melted butter, and eggs in a medium bowl. The strawberry brownie batter will be thick, almost like a thick cookie dough.
- Bake. Press the batter evenly into the baking pan, then bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the brownies comes out clean. Let the brownies cool.
- Make the glaze. Once the brownies are cool, combine the powdered sugar, milk, strawberry preserves, and salt in a small mixing bowl until the glaze is smooth and there are no powdered sugar lumps.
- Pour the glaze over the brownies and let them rest until the glaze sets, about 15 minutes.
Baking Tips for Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies
- The batter will be quite thick. You made need to use your hands to finish mixing the ingredients and use your fingers to press them into the baking pan.
- To get the glaze to drip down the sides of the brownies, slice the brownies first, put them back together, then pour the glaze over the brownies. Before the glaze is completely set, carefully pull the brownies apart to get the glaze to drip down the sides.
- Make sure the glaze is well-mixed so you don’t have a lot of lumps of powdered sugar. Sifting the powdered sugar before mixing can help with this.
Substitutions
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter. The cake may have a slightly saltier flavor.
- Try using lemon juice instead of milk for the glaze for a lemon and strawberry combo.
- If you don’t want strawberry pieces in the glaze, use strawberry jelly or jam.
- Add white chocolate chips for more texture and flavor.
- Add a touch of vanilla extract or strawberry extract for a pop of flavor.
Storage Instructions
- Room Temperature: Place the brownies in an airtight container and store them on the counter for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerator: Place the brownies in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. Enjoy chilled or bring to room temperature.
- Freezer: Place the brownies in an airtight container and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight on the counter or in the fridge before serving. For best results, freeze the brownies before adding the glaze. The glaze is best when it is made fresh.
Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies
Indulge in Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies – a sweet dessert delight with only 7 ingredients. This easy recipe with simple glaze is set to star on your dessert table.
Servings 9
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Ingredients
For the brownies:
- 1 box strawberry cake mix 15.25 ounces
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs room temperature
For the glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 square baking pan with cooking spray and line it with two small pieces of parchment paper and set aside.
Make the brownies:
- Use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix the cake mix, melted butter, and eggs in a large bowl. The batter will be thick, almost like a thick cookie dough.
- Press the batter evenly into the baking pan, then bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the brownies comes out clean. Let the brownies cool.
Make the glaze:
- Once the brownies are cool, combine the powdered sugar, milk, strawberry preserves, and salt in a small mixing bowl until the glaze is smooth and there are no powdered sugar lumps.
- Pour the glaze over the brownies and let them rest until the glaze sets, about 15 minutes.
- Slice and serve at room temperature.
Notes
Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
The calories shown are based on the bars being cut into 9 pieces, with 1 serving being 1 glazed bar. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**
Nutrition
Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 0.05g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 277IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg
