Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love, and what better way to show your affection than with these chocolate-dipped heart brownies? Shaped like hearts and topped with colorful sprinkles, these festive treats will bring a smile to anyone’s face. Their rich, fudgy texture combined with a luscious chocolate coating makes them an irresistible dessert that’s perfect for any romantic celebration.
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
For the Chocolate Coating:
2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
For Decoration:
Heart-shaped cookie cutters
Colorful sprinkles
Instructions
1. Prepare the Brownies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
2. Shape the Brownies:
Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper.
Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out brownie hearts. Set them aside on a wire rack.
3. Dip and Decorate:
Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Dip each brownie heart halfway into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
Place the dipped brownies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and immediately sprinkle with colorful sprinkles.
Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster results.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling and Decorating Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours
Baking Pro Tips
Use quality chocolate: High-quality chocolate chips or baking chocolate make a big difference in taste.
Don’t overbake: Keep an eye on the brownies while they bake to ensure they remain fudgy.
Refrigerate before cutting: Chilling the brownies for 30 minutes makes them easier to cut into clean heart shapes.
Customize your sprinkles: Choose sprinkles in pink, red, and white to enhance the Valentine’s Day theme.
Store properly: Keep the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
These chocolate-dipped heart brownies are the ultimate treat for Valentine’s Day! They’re fun to make, delightful to eat, and guaranteed to impress your loved ones. Pair them with chocolate-covered strawberries or a slice of chocolate mousse cake for a truly indulgent celebration. Bake a batch of these festive goodies and let love take center stage!