Carrot Patch Brownies Dessert (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Brownies

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 3/4 cup brown sugar
04 - 3 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

→ For the Carrot Decorations

11 - 12 strawberries, washed and dried
12 - 1 1/2 cups orange candy melts (or white chocolate + orange food coloring)
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil

→ For Topping

14 - 10 Oreo cookies, crushed
15 - Green sprinkles or green frosting (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, whisking until smooth.
03 - In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
04 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
05 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely.
06 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt orange candy melts with 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
07 - Hold each strawberry by the green leaves and dip into the melted chocolate, coating evenly. Let excess drip off.
08 - Place dipped strawberries on parchment paper. Using a fork or spoon, drizzle extra melted chocolate over the strawberries for a 'carrot' effect. Let set for 15 minutes at room temperature or chill in the fridge for faster setting.
09 - Place Oreos in a ziplock bag and crush into fine crumbs to create 'dirt.'
10 - Slice the cooled brownies into squares.
11 - Sprinkle crushed Oreos over the brownies. Gently press a 'carrot' strawberry into the center of each brownie. Add green sprinkles or pipe green frosting around the base of the carrot if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Make It Extra Fun: Use chocolate pudding as a thin layer under the 'dirt' for more texture.
02 - Storage: Store brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days (since strawberries are perishable).
03 - Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free chocolate and substitute butter with coconut oil.

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