Sweet Chocolate Brownie Hearts (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Brownies

01 - 1 cup white sugar
02 - ½ cup plain flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - ¼ teaspoon table salt
05 - ⅓ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
07 - ½ cup melted butter, unsalted
08 - ¼ teaspoon baking powder

→ Chocolate Dip

09 - ¼ teaspoon vanilla (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon coconut or veggie oil
11 - 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)

→ Optional Decorations

12 - Edible glitter or sprinkles
13 - Drizzled white chocolate

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 350°F. Blend sugar with melted butter. Add eggs and vanilla, then gently mix in the dry stuff until smooth.
02 - Grease a 9x9 pan, pour the mixture in, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Let it cool fully once it's done.
03 - Cut cooled brownies into hearts with a cookie cutter shaped like a heart.
04 - Heat the chocolate and oil in a microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Add optional vanilla if you'd like.
05 - Dip the heart brownies in melted chocolate. Add sprinkles or glitter if you like. Let them set on parchment for about half an hour.

# Notes:

01 - Store in an airtight box to keep fresh ahead of time.
02 - Wait until brownies are completely cool before dipping.
03 - Perfect for Valentine’s or celebrations.