Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a batch of these adorable Heart Shaped Brownies?
With the convenience of a boxed mix, melted white chocolate and fun sprinkles, you can prepare these fudgy treats in no time.
Make sure you check out all the other Valentine's Day Recipes for you to make for your family to show them how much you love them this year.
This recipe uses a boxed brownie mix for convenience, but you can easily substitute your favorite homemade brownie recipe if you prefer.
After baking and cooling, use heart shaped cookie cutters to cut out the cut shapes, then frost with melted white chocolate and decorated with sprinkles.
Looking for more easy desserts for the holiday? Try my Chocolate Peanut Butter Hearts or my Heart Shaped Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars.
Table of Contents
- Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Recipe Ingredients
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Directions
- How to make Heart-Shaped Brownies without a Cookie Cutter
- Decorating Brownies for Valentine's Day
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Storing and Thawing Tips
- Heart Shaped Desserts
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Simple to make: This recipe uses a boxed brownie mix, making it quick and easy to prepare.
- Festive and fun: The heart shapes and colorful sprinkles make these brownies perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
- Delicious: The combination of fudgy brownies, smooth white chocolate frosting, and crunchy sprinkles is a real crowd-pleaser.
- Versatile: You can easily customize this recipe to your liking by using different brownie mix flavors and toppings.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Recipe Ingredients
Here's a quick overview of the ingredients for this recipe. Find the exact amounts and click the Instacart button to easily add them to your cart – all in the printable recipe card below!
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Instead of a box mix, try a homemade brownie recipe like my Homemade Brownie Recipe.
- Try using different flavors of brownie mix, such as dark chocolate or red velvet.
- Use different cookie cutters for other occasions (stars, flowers, etc.).
- Instead of melted white chocolate, try a rich chocolate ganache.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Choose your favorite boxed brand of brownies. Prepare and bake the brownies according to the package directions.
How to make Heart-Shaped Brownies without a Cookie Cutter
Bake your brownies as usual in a square pan. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut out heart shapes. You can freehand it, but I like to use a paper heart template as a guide.
Step 2: Allow the brownies to cool completely. Then use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut into cute heart shapes. Use different sizes for fun!
Decorating Brownies for Valentine's Day
Step 3: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them in short bursts, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Step 4: Carefully spoon the melted chocolate onto each brownie, spreading it evenly to the edges. Top with sprinkles immediately before the chocolate sets.
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Storing and Thawing Tips
Refrigerate: Store leftover brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Store in an airtight freezer bag or container for up to 3 months.
Thawing Tips: To thaw the frozen brownies, simply remove them from the freezer and let them stand at room temperature for 3-4 hours before serving.
Heart Shaped Desserts
Whether you're planning a romantic dinner for two or a fun celebration with the whole family, here are a few ideas for heart-shaped desserts that are sure to make the day extra special.
- Try these two treats that are in adorable heart shapes; easy Oreo Truffles or buttery thumb print jam-filled cookies.
- And if you need something to prepare for kids, try my Valentine's Day Sugar Cookies recipe.
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Heart Shaped Brownies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare and bake the brownies according to the directions on the back of the box.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before gently lifting the ends of the parchment paper. Place on a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Gently press heart shaped cookie cutters into the cooled brownies.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and heat for 30 second intervals stirring well between each 30 seconds until fully melted.
- Use a spoon to carefully drip melted chocolate into the center of the brownies (one at a time), then use the tip of the end of the spoon to work the chocolate to the edges.
- Add the sprinkles immediately before the melted chocolate sets.
- Allow chocolate to fully set, then enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
- Make sure the brownies are completely cooled before cutting out shapes.
- To store leftover brownies, place them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. This will help prevent them from drying out and keep them moist.
- Store the brownies at room temperature or in a cool, dry place.
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Let us know how it was!This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2019 with new photos, information and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
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Beth says
I love an easy recipe that looks stunning! Thanks for sharing, Lois! Creatively, Beth
Lois says
Thank you Beth!
Linda Primmer says
Lois, these hearts are so cute and I know yummy. I love making cute Valentine desserts. I am happy to feature these at Love Your Creativity.
Beth says
Such a fun way to add a little love into an everyday dessert, Lois!
Don't forget to join us over at the Creatively Crafty Linky Party every Wednesday through Sunday
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Creatively, Beth
Joanne says
What a perfect Valentine's day treat!
Kristen Osborne says
I am excited to make these with my daughter. She loves baking and creating cute desserts. Thank you for sharing #thehappynow
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
This is such a fun way to celebrate the holiday. Pinned for inspiration. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Emily says
You're so right, making it heart shaped is a great way to make it for Valentine's day! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Michelle Leslie says
Ahhh Lois, those chocolate strawberry hearts look so amazing and must taste incredible. I could even go for some of those pretzels right now too
Liz Woodiwiss says
Love hearts (and chocolate) which is probably why Valentine's is my favorite!! Thanks so much for linking up with us at Funtastic Friday!
Emily Buys says
So many yummy looking treats! The fun thing about heart-shaped treats, is that you often cut away the edges, so you only get the soft center part (my fave)!
Jeanne Grunert says
These look delicious! Thanks for sharing them on the #HomeMattersParty