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Strawberry Pumpkin Patch Brownie Cake

This Strawberry Pumpkin Patch Brownie Cake is rich, fudgy brownies are topped with smooth chocolate ganache and decorated with candy-dipped strawberries that look like little pumpkins. It’s great for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving, or any fall celebration.
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Strawberry Pumpkin Patch Brownie Cake
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Cooling Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 medium eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Chocolate Ganache Frosting

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Pumpkin Patch Decoration

  • 12-15 fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup orange candy melts
  • Fresh mint or basil sprigs optional to resemble vines

Instructions

Make the Brownie Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang for easy lifting. Lightly grease the parchment.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar until well combined.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until smooth.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Make the Ganache Frosting

  • Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer—do not boil.
  • Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and combined.
  • Add the butter and stir again until melted and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly.

Make the Pumpkin Patch Decorations

  • Wash and dry the strawberries well. Line a tray with parchment paper.
  • Melt the orange candy melts in a double boiler or follow the package directions.
  • Dip each strawberry into the melted candy, coating it completely. Place on the tray to set.

Assemble the Cake

  • Lift the cooled brownie cake out of the pan using the parchment. Spread the ganache frosting evenly over the top.
  • Place the dipped strawberries on top, pressing them in gently to secure. Add mint leaves around the strawberries to look like pumpkin vines.
  • Cut the brownie cake into squares or rectangles. Serve right away or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Servings: 12 squares
Calories: 320kcal
Author: carlycampbell