Description
Layered with a rich brownie base, creamy cheesecake center, and a fluffy strawberry mousse topping, these Strawberry Shortcake Brownies are a show-stopping dessert that delivers on both flavor and presentation. Ideal for parties, birthdays, or when you’re in need of easy dessert ideas, this indulgent treat combines the best of chocolate, fruit, and cream in a single square. Perfect for fans of quick baking recipes, sweet food ideas, and anyone looking to elevate their dessert game with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 box (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
1/2 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup Golden Oreos, crushed
2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Whipped cream, for garnish
Fresh strawberries, halved, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), line a 9×13 dish with parchment paper, and lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mix until smooth.
4. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
5. Spread batter in the pan and bake for 22–25 minutes. Cool completely.
6. Beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
7. Pour cheesecake mixture over cooled brownie layer. Bake at 325°F for 20–22 minutes. Let cool, then refrigerate for 1 hour.
8. Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water, then add cold water. Let cool.
9. In another bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
10. Gently fold cooled gelatin into whipped cream. Spread over cheesecake layer. Chill 3 hours.
11. Mix crushed Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter for crumble. Sprinkle over mousse.
12. Garnish with whipped cream and halved strawberries. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Make sure each layer is fully cooled before adding the next to prevent melting.
Clean your knife between slices for neat, bakery-style presentation.
Use fresh strawberries for the best visual appeal and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: easy dessert, strawberry brownies, chocolate strawberry, party dessert, summer treat