Brownies Topped with Pink Berry Cream
Enjoy rich, fudgy brownies topped with a delightful pink berry cream. This easy dessert recipe combines decadent chocolate with a fruity twist, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 12
Calories: 688kcal
Equipment
- Whisk or electric mixer: To mix the batter and whip the cream.
- Baking pan: A 30x20cm (12x8-inch) pan lined with parchment paper.
Ingredients
For the Brownies
- 4 whole eggs
- 200 g sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 250 g butter unsalted, with at least 80% fat
- 200 g dark chocolate min 40% cocoa
- 200 g white flour
- 200 g large chopped walnuts or a mixture of hazelnuts
For the Cream
- 250 g mascarpone Philadelphia or similar
- 100 ml double cream
- 50 g powdered sugar
- Vanilla core of ½ pods or 1 sachet of vanilla sugar
Mixed Berry Sauce: See my 5-Minute Mixed Berry Sauce Recipe for the full ingredients and method.
For Decoration
- Grated chocolate nuts, pistachios, candied orange peels, etc.
Instructions
- Making the Brownie: Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F) or Gas mark 3. Melt chocolate and butter together using a bain-marie (double boiler method). Once melted, set aside to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt until the mixture triples in volume and turns a light, pale color. Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture, whisking until fully incorporated. Then gently fold in the flour until the batter is smooth and well combined. Lastly, stir in the nuts (if using).4 whole eggs, 200 g sugar, ¼ tsp salt, 200 g white flour, 200 g large chopped walnuts
- Pour the brownie batter into a 30x20cm (12x8-inch) baking pan lined with parchment paper, making sure the edges are tall to catch any spillover. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the brownie cool in the pan before removing.
- Making the Cream: In a bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, sugar, and double cream until soft peaks form. Slowly add the cooled 4 ingredient berry sauce, and mix until smooth and creamy.250 g mascarpone, 100 ml double cream, 50 g powdered sugar, Vanilla
- Setting the Cake: Once the brownie has cooled, spread the berry cream generously over the top. Decorate with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, nuts, or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.Grated chocolate
Notes
- Use good-quality cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavour.
- Make sure to let the brownies cool completely before topping them to avoid the cream melting.
- Use fresh berries like strawberries, raspberries, or mixed berries for the topping.
- You can sweeten the berry cream with a bit of honey or powdered sugar if needed.
- Slice the brownies into squares before serving to make them easy to share.
Nutrition
Calories: 688kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 1044IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 4mg
