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Brownie Pizza is a decadent blend of fudgy brownie, creamy frosting, and fruit.
A Brownie Pizza offers the unexpected fusion of a favorite dessert with a playful twist of presentation. The rich, fudgy base makes you reconsider everything you know about brownies. Picture a dense, chocolatey crust, only amplified by the creamy layer on top. Spread that cream cheese frosting evenly, right to the edge, for a perfect balance in every bite. The mix of textures is a delightful surprise—brownie base giving way to smooth frosting and juicy strawberries.
As you bake, the aroma of chocolate fills the kitchen, a comforting scent promising a treat worth the wait. Topping the brownie with strawberries adds an eye-catching color contrast, lending a fresh, sweet note. The final flourish is the chocolate drizzle, which hardens into a glossy sheen, just waiting to crack under a knife. Letting it rest lets the drizzle set—ensuring each slice remains distinct and easy to serve.
Sharing this dessert offers more than just a taste experience. The brownie pizza is a centerpiece, often drawing happy curiosity and encouragement for seconds. Its playful nature rekindles a touch of whimsy in any gathering, appealing to all ages. Whether at a casual dinner or celebrating a birthday, it's a delicious crowd-pleaser that gets everyone talking.
Ingredients
For the brownie crust:
- 1 (18-ounce) package fudge brownie mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 large eggs
For the frosting:
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese room temperature
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream plus more, to taste
For the toppings:
- strawberries to taste, hulled and sliced
- chocolate melts to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Coat a 12-inch round pizza pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, stir the brownie mix, the oil, and the water together.
- Stir the eggs into the brownie batter until well-mixed.
- Pour the batter onto the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 12-15 minutes.
- Transfer the brownie crust from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 1 hour.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer or in a bowl with a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese. the powdered sugar, and 1 tablespoon of the milk together. If the frosting mixture seems too thick, add the extra milk to thin it out to the desired, spreadable consistency.
- Spread the frosting over the brownie, leaving about 1/4-inch unfrosted around the edge.
- Place the sliced strawberries on the brownie pizza.
- Melt the chocolate melts in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the brownie pizza and let the brownie pizza rest until the chocolate drizzle hardens, about 15-20 minutes.
- Slice and serve.
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