Easy Strawberry Brownies are soft, chewy dessert bars made with strawberry cake mix, eggs, butter, and strawberry extract, topped with a smooth homemade strawberry glaze. This quick and simple strawberry dessert recipe delivers a rich berry flavor and vibrant pink color, making it perfect for parties, holidays, bake sales, or everyday sweet cravings.

Ingredients

For the brownies:

1 box strawberry cake mix
2 large eggs
⅓ cup salted butter, melted (or ⅓ cup oil)
1 teaspoon strawberry extract

For the glaze:

¾ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
1 ½ tablespoons milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides for easy removal.
In a large bowl, combine strawberry cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and strawberry extract. Mix until fully combined. The batter will be thick.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 18–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely on a wire rack.
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, and milk until smooth.
Pour the glaze over the cooled brownies and spread evenly.
Slice into 9 large or 12 smaller squares and serve.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These strawberry brownies are soft, chewy, and full of sweet berry flavor with minimal effort. Made with a cake mix base, they come together quickly and bake into a vibrant pink dessert topped with a smooth strawberry glaze. Perfect for when you want an easy homemade treat without complicated steps or ingredients.

Tips

Make sure the brownies are completely cool before adding the glaze.
Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean slicing.
Do not overbake to keep the texture soft and fudgy.
Stir just until combined to avoid a dense result.

Variations and Substitutions

Swap strawberry extract with vanilla extract if needed.
Use cream instead of milk for a richer glaze.
Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
Replace strawberry preserves with raspberry or cherry preserves.
Dust with powdered sugar instead of glaze for a lighter finish.

FAQs

Can I use homemade cake mix instead of boxed mix?
Yes, but the texture may vary slightly depending on ingredients.

How do I store strawberry brownies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze them?
Yes, freeze without glaze for best results, then add glaze after thawing.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these strawberry brownies chilled or at room temperature with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. They pair well with fresh strawberries and are perfect for parties, holidays, bake sales, or simple homemade dessert cravings.