These Chocolate Raspberry Brownies are deliciously easy and such a perfect flavor combo!
These Chocolate Raspberry Brownies are so easy to make. Based on my Mint Brownies, you will love the three layers of deliciousness.
How to Make Raspberry Brownies
This is just a brief overview. For the full recipe with all of the measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Make the brownies. I took a shortcut here and used a box mix, but you could absolutely use your favorite brownie recipe.
- Whip up the raspberry layer. Combine powdered sugar, butter, and raspberry extract. Pour it over the cooled brownies.
- Make the chocolate layer. Malte butter and chocolate together. Pour it over the chilled raspberry layer and let it set.
Raspberry Extract
Raspberry extract is easy to find near the vanilla extract. It is simple to use, and makes for a delicious raspberry flavor in these brownies. You can also find it on Amazon.
Food Coloring
You will notice that this recipe calls for red food coloring. It helps get that gorgeous pink color in the raspberry layer. If you are intolerant to food dyes, and we have someone in our family who is, you can buy natural food coloring. You can get that pink color but with all natural ingredients.
Natural Food Coloring
Storing
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week. If you stack them, I suggest using parchment or wax paper between the layers. These can be stored at room temperature, but the chocolate layer will hold better if they are refrigerated.
These brownies freeze really well. Freeze them in a single layer for a few hours. Then transfer them, stacking them, in an airtight container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
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Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
Ingredients
- 16.3 ounces brownie mix
Raspberry Layer
- 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter almost melted
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 teaspoons raspberry extract
- 4 drops red food coloring
Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup butter
Instructions
- Bake brownies as directed (the 9×13 size). Let cool for at least an hour on the counter, or a half hour in the refrigerator.
- Mix together 1/2 cup of almost melted butter (you don’t want it liquid, but you want it extremely soft), powdered sugar, milk, and raspberry extract. Add as much red food coloring as is necessary to get it a nice pink color. Pour the mixture over the cooled brownies, spreading to make a nice even layer. Refrigerate for another half hour.
- Melt the chocolate chips and the remaining 1/2 cup butter over medium low heat, stirring until smooth. Pour over the brownies, tilting the pan so it smooths out. Refrigerate for an hour or until chocolate has completely set and is hard.
Heather {Woods of Bell Trees} says
These look so pretty and delicious!
Thanks Heather!
Shannon {Cozy Country Living} says
Lisa, you aren’t the only mother who has ever felt that way. When I was pregnant, I always felt like that. Every new moment was exciting but sad at the same time because the children were getting older and things were changing. But even as your family changes, you all will change together. Don’t worry, all of your preparation work will get done. One day at a time:) These brownies look absolutely delicious! I love chocolate and raspberry, and so does my family! Pinning:)
Thank you so much for your sweet words Shannon. And even more so, thank you for understanding!
Julie @ This Gal Cooks says
These look so good, Lisa! I love the combination of chocolate and raspberry. Pinning and featuring on social media. Thanks for sharing at Marvelous Mondays!
Thanks so much Julie!!
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
These brownies look AH-MAZING, Lisa!! And I can totally relate to so many of your feelings….for me it is always sad to say goodbye to the youngest being the youngest. I find myself wanting to soak up my time with Nora as the “baby” before the new baby comes along. Strange how/why that happens….but it’s definitely a thing :)
Megan @ The Pink Flour says
I can totally relate – I’ll be 31 weeks tomorrow and don’t know how I can get much bigger, but yes, so many things to do before then too! I’m sure you’ll get them all done and still find time to post these yummy looking desserts :)
Heather @ French Press says
I’m sure there is nothing that I can say to decrease your anxiety, but I just know that your little one will fit right in your your sweet family of four :)
Christine says
Well, I only have one little tot for the time being, so I can’t comment there, but these sure look amazing…hopefully a big glass of milk and one of these brought a moment of peace to your anxious mind:)
Thanks so much Christine!
Kayla says
Lisa, these look wonderful! Chocolate and frosting happen to be one of my favorite combinations. New follower!
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