Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies

Sometimes the easiest desserts are the ones people rave about the most. These Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies start with a simple box of strawberry cake mix, but they bake into soft, chewy bars with a texture that’s somewhere between a brownie and a blondie—only with plenty of sweet strawberry flavor.

The homemade strawberry cream cheese frosting takes them completely over the top. Made with fresh mashed strawberries, it’s creamy, slightly tangy, and the perfect match for the rich, chewy bars underneath. Whether you’re baking for Valentine’s Day, spring gatherings, baby showers, birthdays, or simply because you found a lonely cake mix in the pantry, these brownies disappear fast!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 3 ingredients for the brownies.
• Soft, chewy brownie-like texture.
• Fresh strawberry cream cheese frosting.
• Perfect for parties, holidays, and potlucks.
• Easy enough for beginner bakers.
• Ready with very little prep.

Making Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies

Start with the Brownies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on two sides to lift the brownies out later. Lightly spray the parchment with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the oil and eggs until combined. NOTE: Using just eggs and oil instead of preparing the cake mix according to the package creates a thick batter that bakes into soft, chewy bars instead of fluffy cake.
3. Add the strawberry cake mix and stir until fully incorporated. The batter will be very thick.
4. Press the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. (Using your hand makes this much easier.)
5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the center is set.
6. Allow the brownies to cool completely before frosting.

Make the Frosting

1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the powdered sugar, mashed strawberries, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth.
3. Spread over the cooled brownies.
4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the frosting can firm up before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips

• Don’t overbake. The brownies will continue to set as they cool.
• Spray the parchment paper as well as the pan. It makes lifting the brownies out much easier.
• Chill before slicing for the cleanest squares.
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator because of the cream cheese frosting.

How to Customize Your Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies

• Sprinkle white chocolate chips over the batter before baking.
• Top with Strawberry Crunch Topping for extra strawberry flavor.
• Add festive sprinkles for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or baby showers.
• Drizzle melted white chocolate over the frosting.
• Garnish each brownie with a fresh strawberry before serving.

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Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies

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