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Valentine’s Day Brownies

These Valentine’s Day Brownies are rich and fudgy, topped with a smooth chocolate ganache and colorful sprinkles. An ideal treat for celebrating love.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (1 cup for batter + 1 cup for ganache)
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 ½ cups Valentine's Day sprinkles

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pan.
  • Melt butter and mix with canola oil, sugars, and whisk until smooth.
  • Add eggs and vanilla, whisk until glossy.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then fold into wet mixture.
  • Mix in chocolate chips and spread batter in the pan.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • For ganache, heat cream, pour over chocolate chips, and whisk until smooth.
  • Spread ganache on cooled brownies and sprinkle with festive toppings.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Do not overbake; check for doneness a few minutes early.
Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting for neat edges.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 50