Raspberry and Chocolate Brownies
Raspberry and Chocolate Brownie Recipe
A great brownie walks the line between rich and indulgent without becoming heavy—dense, yes, but still alive with flavour. This version leans into the deep, fudgy character of dark chocolate, then lifts it with bursts of tart raspberry. Each bite is a contrast: warm and melting at the centre, slightly crisp at the edge, sweet but never cloying. Whether you’re baking for comfort, celebration, or just because it’s a rainy afternoon, these brownies bring a little drama and a lot of joy to the table.
Time: 15 minutes prep, 25–30 minutes baking
Serves: 9 to 12 pieces
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 150 g unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 g plain flour (all-purpose flour)
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 125 g fresh raspberries
- Optional: 50 g dark chocolate chips or chunks for extra texture
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan-assisted). Line a 20×20 cm square baking tin with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl set over a pan of gently simmering water, melt the butter and chopped dark chocolate together. Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla until light and slightly thickened (about 1–2 minutes).
- Pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and fold gently until combined.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold until no streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Fold in half of the raspberries and the optional chocolate chips, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly. Scatter the remaining raspberries over the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is set but the centre is still slightly soft. A toothpick inserted in the centre should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the tin before slicing into squares and serving with whipped cream
Suggested Pairing - Sir Christopher Berry Mixed Berry Kombucha
