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What’s the best way to enjoy brownies with strawberries? Easy Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake! One bowl, mix by hand brownies, fresh strawberries, topped with homemade whipped cream. They definitely need to make an appearance on your table.

Love strawberry recipes as much as we do? Check out our Strawberry Pretzel Pie, Strawberries and Cream Magic Bars , Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes, and Crustless Strawberry Pie.

Homemade Chocolate strawberry shortcake with fresh berries

Why We Love This Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake

I have a true love for strawberry shortcake, and who doesn’t have a soft spot for chocolate? So combining brownies with strawberries is almost like heaven! A new twist on the classic favorite, this brownie strawberry shortcake is simply too good to be true!

  • Rich & Chocolatey – An oatmeal brownie cookie with deep chocolate flavor.
  • Easy to Make – Starts with a box brownie mix for a simple shortcut.
  • Juicy Strawberries – Fresh, sweet berries add the perfect fruity contrast.
  • Homemade Whipped Cream – Light, fluffy, and better than store-bought!
  • Perfect Layers – Soft, chewy, creamy, and juicy in every bite!

Sweet strawberries, homemade fresh whipped cream, and a surprise oatmeal brownie is just so simple, yet so memorable and incredibly delicious! This dessert checks all the boxes, and it’s sure to become your new favorite too. 

    Brownie strawberry shortcake with homemade whipped cream on white plates

    Tools Needed to Make Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake

    Sheet Pan: These are my favorite pans! I use them for everything from roasting veggies to baking cookies and cakes. You will need them to bake the fudgy oatmeal brownie cookies.

    Parchment Paper: To line the pan.  I love these pre-cut parchment sheets.  They fit the half sheet pans perfectly!

    Mixing Bowl: A grip handle makes them easy to hold and the pour spout makes them perfect for batters!

    Large Cookie Scoop: This will help make all your cookies the same size.

    Hand Mixer: You can’t make whipped cream without an electric mixer.

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    Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe

    The classic combination of strawberries and chocolate with an added little twist cannot be beat!

    For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

    • one box of your favorite brownie mix – My personal favorite, is usually Ghirardelli brownie mix however, any brownie mix (about 15-17 oz) will do.
    • rolled oats – Remember that added twist ingredient? This is it! rolled oats add a healthy element to this classic dessert. Not only do they provide extra fiber, they also add to the overall texture of the brownie. Now you can have your cake and eat it too!
    • whipping cream – Some of the whipping cream will be added to the brownie oatmeal mix while the rest will be reserved to make our own homemade whipped cream topping.
    • egg – Only one egg is needed since we’re making more of a brownie cookie than a traditional brownie, we want these to be on the fudgy side as opposed to cakey brownies. 
    • powdered sugar – The powdered sugar adds a sweetness to the whipping cream without making the texture gritty when combined and whipped.
    • strawberries – Last but certainly not least, we can’t forget the centerpiece of this dessert – the fresh, juicy strawberries!
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    How We Make Strawberry Chocolate Shortcake

    If you love the classic favorite, strawberry shortcake, you’re going to want to make this chocolate version!

    1. Use an electric mixer to combine brownie mix, oats, egg, and cream in a bowl. Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
    2. Bake in a preheated oven. Let cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    3. Whip the cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form (don’t overbeat!).
    4. Prep the strawberries—slice them and mash with a little sugar if you like extra juice.
    5. Assemble: Place a cookie on a plate, top with strawberries and whipped cream, then add another cookie. Finish with more whipped cream and strawberries. Enjoy!

    When you are making this recipe, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

    Brownie strawberry shortcake with fresh berries on a white plate

    Recipe Tips

    • Do NOT follow the recipe on the box brownie mix. This recipe uses the brownie mix, rolled oats, an egg, and cream. 
    • This recipe is best if the brownies are fudgy, even if your boxed brownie mix calls for two eggs, just use one egg.
    • Do not overbake the brownie cookies! That’s how you get your fudgy shortcakes.
    • Make sure the oatmeal brownie cookies are completely cooled before assembling the chocolate strawberry shortcake dessert.
    Brownie strawberry shortcake with a fork and red and white checked napkin

     Brownie Strawberry Shortcake Variations

    • Add chocolate chips or chocolate chunks to the brownie mix for even more of a sweet treat. Or try drizzling the top of your chocolate strawberry shortcake with chocolate sauce! 
    • This recipe can be made with any fruit of your choice. Blueberries, peaches, kiwis, raspberries, maybe a blend of several fruits? The choice is yours!
    • Instead of brownie cookies, this could be made into a full-blown cake style by baking the brownie mix in a round pan. Once cooled, split the round layer in half and layer with whipped cream and strawberries. You will have to adjust the baking time if you choose the round pans over the cookie version. 
    • Make Strawberry Brownie Shortcake parfaits.  Follow the recipe above, but bake the brownies in a pan.  Cut cooled brownies into cubes and place in glass dessert cups layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
    • Make chocolate whipped cream by adding a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the powdered sugar.
    • You can make the brownies a day or two in advance, then whip up the filling/topping the day of prior to serving.
    Chocolate strawberry shortcake on a white plate photo collage

    Chocolate Brownie Strawberry Shortcake takes dessert to the next level with a fun, indulgent twist on a classic. It’s the kind of treat that feels a little fancy but is easy enough for any day of the week. So grab a fork (or your hands—no judgment here) and enjoy every chocolatey, creamy, berry-filled bite!

    Homemade Chocolate strawberry shortcake with fresh berries

    Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake

    Yield: 8
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes

    Sweet strawberries, homemade fresh whipped cream and a surprise oatmeal brownie, so simple, yet dramatic and incredibly delicious!

    Ingredients

    • 1 box of your favorite brownies mix (about 15-18 ounce box*)
    • 1 cup rolled oats
    • 2 cups whipping cream, divided
    • 1 large egg
    • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
    • 3 pints (6 cups) fresh strawberries

    Instructions

    1. HEAT oven to 350°F. Grease or line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
    2. COMBINE brownie mix, oats, 1/2 cup of cream, and egg in a large bowl and mix well. Drop large tablespoonfuls of the brownie mixture onto prepared pan. I usually get approximately 20 cookies.
    3. BAKE 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool 2 minutes; then remove from pan to cool completely on a wire rack.
    4. COMBINE remaining 1½ cups whipping cream and powdered sugar in medium bowl; beat on high until stiff peaks form.
    5. SLICE strawberries (OPTIONAL: *I added a little sugar and smashed with a potato smasher to juice them up a little)
    6. PLACE 1 brownie cookie on each individual dessert plate or shallow bowl. Top each with strawberries, whipped cream, and another cookie. Top each stack with dollop of whipped cream and strawberries.
    Nutrition Information:
    Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 294Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 47mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 4g

    Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin, and freshness of ingredients used.

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    © TidyMom
    Cuisine: American / Category: Dessert Recipes

    Originally posted in March 2011. UPDATED January 2022. We spiffed up this post with more info and better pictures! No changes to the original recipe.

    Chocolate strawberry shortcake on a white plate

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