01/31/2026
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the cookie layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
For the strawberry glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or preserves
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- Pink food coloring, optional
- Heart sprinkles, optional
How to make them:
1. I preheat my oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
2. For the brownie layer, I whisk the melted butter and sugar until glossy, then mix in the eggs and vanilla.
3. I stir in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt just until combined, then spread the batter evenly into the pan.
4. For the cookie layer, I cream the butter and sugars until fluffy, then mix in the egg and vanilla.
5. I stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold in the chocolate chips.
6. I gently drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie batter and carefully spread it into an even layer.
7. I bake for 30–35 minutes, until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
8. I let the bars cool completely before glazing so the layers stay neat and bakery-style.
9. For the glaze, I whisk the powdered sugar, strawberry jam, and milk until smooth and pourable, adding a tiny drop of pink coloring if I want extra color.
10. I pour the glaze over the bars, let it drip naturally, sprinkle with hearts, and let it set before slicing.
These strawberry glazed brookie bars keep beautifully in an airtight container for up to 3 days and are extra dreamy slightly chilled.