Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until well combined.
• Add cocoa powder and whisk until smooth.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until strawberries break down and the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Mash strawberries with a fork if needed. Let cool slightly.
• Pour about two-thirds of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
• Dollop spoonfuls of the strawberry sauce over the brownie batter. Swirl the sauce into the batter using a knife or skewer.
• Pour the remaining brownie batter over the strawberry swirl and spread to cover. You can swirl a little more if desired.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
• Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.