Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe For Valentine's Day

Looking for the cutest Valentine's Day treat? These Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe are ridiculously easy to make and turn out so pretty! I honestly can't believe how simple it is to transform regular brownies into something this adorable. Emily practically squealed when she saw them cooling on the counter last week.

You know what? I've been making brownies since forever, but it wasn't until last Valentine's Day that I tried cutting them into hearts. I was worried it would be complicated or waste a ton of brownie (because who wants to waste chocolate?), but honestly? It worked out better than I expected. Plus, the leftover scraps make perfect "taste-testing" pieces – just saying!

If you're looking for more chocolate treats to try, you'll want to check out my Fudgy S'mores Brownies – they're another crowd favorite in our house!

Jump to:

• Why You'll Love These Heart Shaped Brownies
• Ingredients For Heart Shaped Brownies
• How To Make Heart Shaped Brownies Step By Step
• Storage And Reheating Tips
• My Best Tips For Perfect Heart Brownies
• Variations To Try
• Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe Faqs
• Recipes You May Like
• Final Thoughts On These Heart Brownies
• Heart Shaped Brownies

Why You'll Love These Heart Shaped Brownies

Let me tell you why these heart brownies are about to become your go-to Valentine's dessert:

• Super simple to make – If you can stir and cut, you can make these
• Ready in just 35 minutes – Perfect for last-minute Valentine's plans
• Fudgy and rich – That perfect dense brownie texture everyone loves
• Kid-friendly project – Emily loves helping with the cookie cutter part
• Customizable toppings – Pink candy melts and sprinkles, or whatever you want
• No fancy equipment needed – Just a heart cookie cutter and basic baking supplies

Ingredients For Heart Shaped Brownies

Here's what you'll need to whip up these adorable Valentine's Day brownies:

For The Brownies:

• 1 cup Butter (melted)
• 2 cups Granulated Sugar
• 4 Large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
• ⅔ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• 1 cup All Purpose Flour
• ½ teaspoon Salt

For The Toppings:

• 1 Cup Pink Candy Melts
• ¼ cup Multi-Colored Heart Sprinkles

The ingredient list is pretty straightforward, right? I always have most of these in my pantry. The only special thing you might need to grab is the pink candy melts and heart sprinkles, which I found at Target in the Valentine's section.

How To Make Heart Shaped Brownies Step By Step

Making these heart shaped brownies is easier than you think! Let me walk you through it.

Preparing The Brownies

1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9x13 baking pan with parchment paper. This step is SUPER important because it makes removing the brownies so much easier later.
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the melted butter and granulated sugar until everything looks well combined. It should be smooth and slightly glossy.
3. Stir in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely blended. I usually add the eggs one at a time, but honestly, it works fine adding them all at once too.
4. Add in the cocoa powder, all purpose flour, and salt. Here's my tip – stir by hand instead of using a mixer. It keeps the brownies nice and fudgy instead of cake-like. Mix until the batter is just combined. Don't overmix!
5. Pour the batter into your prepared 9x13 baking pan and spread it evenly. I use a spatula to smooth the top.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 20 minutes – you want them set but not overbaked.
7. Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely before decorating. I know waiting is hard (Emily always tries to sneak a piece while they're warm), but trust me – they need to be completely cool or they'll fall apart when you cut them.
8. Once cooled, cut out heart shaped brownies using a small heart cookie cutter. Press down firmly and wiggle it slightly to release each heart. This is where having that parchment paper really pays off!

Adding The Decorations

1. Place the candy melts in a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until fully melted. Don't rush this step – burnt candy melts are not fun.
2. Drizzle the melted candy melts over the brownies using a spoon or a piping bag if you want to get fancy. I usually just use a spoon because I'm lazy like that.
3. Top with the sprinkles immediately while the candy coating is still wet. The sprinkles stick better this way. Then your brownies are ready to serve!

Storage And Reheating Tips

Store any leftover heart shaped brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. (Though honestly, they never last that long in our house!)

If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the undecorated brownies for up to 3 months. Just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then put them in a freezer-safe container or bag. Add the candy melt topping after they've thawed.

I don't really recommend reheating these since they're meant to be eaten at room temperature, but if you want a warm brownie, pop one in the microwave for about 10 seconds. Just don't include ones with the candy coating – that gets messy!

My Best Tips For Perfect Heart Brownies

Want to know the secrets I've learned from making these Valentine's Day brownies multiple times? Here you go:

• Let the brownies cool COMPLETELY – I can't stress this enough. Warm brownies will crumble and stick to your cookie cutter. Be patient!
• Spray your cookie cutter – A quick spray of non-stick cooking spray between each cut makes life so much easier. I learned this the hard way after my first batch.
• Save those scraps – Don't throw away the leftover pieces around the hearts! Crumble them over ice cream, mix them into milkshakes, or just eat them straight (my personal choice).
• Use a small cookie cutter – I use a 2-inch heart cutter, which gives me about 16 brownies from a 9x13 pan. Bigger cutters mean fewer brownies but less waste.
• Experiment with toppings – Pink candy melts are classic for Valentine's Day, but try white chocolate, dark chocolate, or even red candy melts. You could also skip the drizzle and dust with powdered sugar instead.
• Make them extra special – Write names or messages on the brownies with icing pens. Emily loves doing this!

What toppings would you try on yours? I'm always looking for new ideas!

Variations To Try

These heart shaped brownies are pretty perfect as-is, but here are some fun twists:

Add mix-ins to the batter: Try stirring in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or even crushed peppermint candies before baking.

Different shapes: Who says hearts are just for Valentine's? Use different cookie cutters for other holidays – stars, circles, flowers, you name it.

Cream cheese swirl: Before baking, drop spoonfuls of sweetened cream cheese on top and swirl with a knife. So good!

Make them gluten-free: Swap the all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. Works great!

Red velvet version: Add a tablespoon of red food coloring to the batter for red velvet heart brownies. Super cute!

Heart Shaped Brownies Recipe Faqs

Recipes You May Like

If you loved these heart shaped chocolate brownies, you'll definitely want to try these other treats from my kitchen:

• Fudgy S'mores Brownies – These combine brownies with marshmallows and graham crackers. Emily asks for them constantly!
• Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies – Perfect when you want something sweet but don't want dozens of cookies sitting around.
• Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookie Recipe – Another pink treat that's perfect for Valentine's Day or really any time you want something pretty and delicious.

Final Thoughts On These Heart Brownies

These heart shaped brownies have honestly become one of my favorite things to make for Valentine's Day. They're simple enough that I don't stress about them, but they look impressive enough that people always ask for the recipe.

Last Valentine's Day, I made these for Emily's class party and they were gone in minutes. The teacher even asked if I'd share the recipe (which I obviously did – I'm not keeping brownie secrets from anyone!).

The best part? You can make these any time of year, really. Hearts aren't just for Valentine's Day. I've made them for anniversaries, friend gatherings, or just because we wanted brownies on a random Tuesday. Nobody's going to complain about a heart-shaped brownie, trust me.

Give these a try for your next Valentine's celebration or anytime you want to make someone smile. And hey, don't forget to save this to Pinterest so you can find it later!