Show someone you love ‘em with a decadent heart-shaped brownie loaded with chocolate and a little kick of heat. Top it all off with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or a big scoop of ice cream. Or if you’re feeling creative, decorate it like a mom tattoo. 

Level
Intermediate
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20-25 minutes
Serves
4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • Powdered sugar
  • Ice cream

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 
  2. Grease Heart Pan with Baker’s Joy.
  3. Melt butter and allow to cool slightly.
  4. Sift, flour, cocoa powder, salt, cayenne, and cinnamon together. 
  5.  In a separate bowl, using a hand mixer, beat sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamed.
  6. Slowly pour in melted butter and mix until smooth. 
  7. Add dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated. 
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips. 
  9. Pour the batter in the Heart Skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out cleanish. 
  10. Edges should be set and the center should be slightly gooey. 
  11. Allow to cool 15 minutes before serving. 
  12. Dust with powdered sugar and dollop with ice cream or decorate like a mom tattoo!
     
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