Rich, fudgy, bakery-style treat
These raspberry brownies are the ultimate dessert mashup—deep, fudgy chocolate paired with juicy bursts of fresh raspberries in every bite. Perfect for potlucks, weeknight treats, or when chocolate cravings strike hard, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results without complicated steps. The tart raspberries cut through the richness, making each square feel indulgent but balanced. Best of all, these brownies come together quickly with simple pantry staples, making them ideal for busy schedules. Whether served warm with ice cream or packed into lunchboxes, these brownies are guaranteed to disappear fast.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Total Time: ~50 minutes
- Servings: 12 brownies
📝 Ingredients
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (40 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup fresh raspberries
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra fudginess)
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- 8×8-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk butter and sugar until glossy and smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until fully combined and slightly thickened.
- Fold in dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder) until just mixed—don’t overwork the batter.
- Gently fold in raspberries and chocolate chips. Batter should be thick and rich.
- Spread evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 30–35 minutes until edges are set and the center looks slightly soft. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely before slicing for clean, fudgy squares 😍🍓
💡 Pro Tips
- Frozen raspberries work too—don’t thaw them to avoid excess moisture.
- For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over cooled brownies.
- Store brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days refrigerated.
- Want a deeper flavor? Use dark cocoa powder for ultra-rich brownies.