Heart-Shaped Brownies

These heart-shaped brownies are rich, fudgy, and perfect for sharing — or keeping all to myself. Whether I’m making them for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or just a cute dessert idea, they always turn out sweet, chocolaty, and totally adorable.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love that these brownies are just as easy as regular ones but with a fun, festive twist. They’re dense and fudgy in the middle, slightly crisp on the edges, and super chocolaty — everything I want in a brownie, shaped like hearts for that extra special touch.

Ingredients

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• unsalted butter

• granulated sugar

• eggs

• vanilla extract

• cocoa powder (unsweetened)

• all-purpose flour

• salt

• baking powder (optional, for a slightly cakier texture)

• chocolate chips or chunks (optional, for extra gooeyness)

• powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

1. I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, I melt the butter and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla.

3. I add the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder (if using), stirring just until combined.

4. I fold in chocolate chips for extra richness.

5. I pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly, then bake for 20–25 minutes until set but still slightly soft in the center.

6. After cooling completely, I use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the brownies. I dust them with powdered sugar or decorate with icing if I want to dress them up.

Servings and timing

Servings: About 8–10 heart-shaped brownies (depends on cutter size)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Cool & cut time: 30 minutes
Total time: About 1 hour 5 minutes

Variations

• I swirl in peanut butter, Nutella, or cream cheese before baking for extra flavor.

• I use red or pink icing to decorate the hearts for holidays.

• For a gluten-free version, I use almond flour or a 1:1 gluten-free blend.

Storage/Reheating

I store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze them for up to 1 month. To enjoy warm, I microwave for 10–15 seconds.

FAQs

Can I use a brownie mix?

Yes — I’ve made these with boxed mix too. I just bake as directed and cut out the shapes once cooled.

How do I keep the hearts from crumbling?

I let the brownies cool completely before cutting, and I clean the cookie cutter between cuts.

What if I don’t have a heart-shaped cutter?

I cut them into squares and use a knife to trim them into hearts — it still works!

Can I make them in a heart-shaped pan?

Yes — I bake them in a heart-shaped pan and slice them as usual. It’s even easier.

Can I decorate them?

Definitely! I use melted chocolate, sprinkles, icing, or just powdered sugar for a simple finish.

Conclusion

These heart-shaped brownies are a fun and delicious way to turn a classic dessert into something extra special. Rich, chewy, and full of chocolate flavor, they’re always a sweet idea — no matter the occasion.

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