Description
Indulgent Berry Brownie Pizza combines rich chocolate base with luscious berry toppings for a dessert that delights senses. Sweet and tangy berries dance atop fudgy brownie crust, inviting you to savor each decadent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (175g) chocolate chips
- ¾ cup (169g) white granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup (98g) unbleached all-purpose flour
Dry Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (20g) Dutch-process cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee
Liquid and Flavor Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (60g) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces (113g) plant-based cream cheese, cold
- ¼ cup (58g) plant-based butter, softened
- 2 ½ cups (300g) powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings:
- 1–2 cups fresh berries (strawberries, cherries, raspberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and thoroughly coat a 12-inch (30.5 centimeters) pizza pan with non-stick cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage.
- Combine chocolate chips, olive oil, and instant coffee in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 15-30 second intervals and stirring between each interval until the mixture becomes smooth and fully melted.
- Using a stand mixer, whip eggs and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a pale and airy texture.
- Incorporate vanilla extract and the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Carefully sift cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet ingredients, gently folding until a uniform brownie batter forms.
- Evenly spread the brownie batter across the prepared pizza pan, creating a smooth and level surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, ensuring the center is set but still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownie base to cool completely at room temperature.
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat softened butter, cold cream cheese, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes creamy and without lumps.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar into the cream cheese mixture, mixing until a smooth, spreadable frosting develops.
- Carefully spread the frosting over the cooled brownie base, leaving a small border around the edges for visual appeal.
- Artfully arrange fresh berries across the frosted surface, creating an attractive and appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Unexpected Coffee Boost: A dash of instant coffee intensifies the chocolate’s rich flavor, creating a deeper, more complex brownie base.
- Quick Mixing Technique: Melting chocolate with olive oil ensures smooth incorporation and prevents burning, resulting in a silky brownie texture.
- Gentle Folding Matters: Sifting dry ingredients and mixing gently preserves air pockets, keeping the brownie light and tender.
- Perfect Baking Window: Short 9-11 minute bake time prevents overcooking, maintaining a soft, fudgy center.
- Cream Cheese Magic: Cold cream cheese combined with butter creates a stable, smooth frosting that spreads beautifully without breaking.
- Berry Freshness Tip: Use seasonal, ripe berries for a vibrant, juicy topping that adds natural sweetness and color contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg