Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries are softened and the mixture has thickened slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
1 cup fresh strawberries, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
0.5 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
0.5 cup all-purpose flour, 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 0.25 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
Spoon the strawberry swirl mixture over the brownie batter. Use a knife or toothpick to create a swirl pattern.
1 cup fresh strawberries, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving.
Enjoy your delicious Strawberry Brownies Recipe!
