Brownies with Raspberry

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These Brownies with Raspberry Lamingtons are such a quick and easy way to elevate a standard brownie mix. If you are looking for a way to up your dessert game without too much effort than this is the recipe for you. An Australian favorite that has been adapted to be made easily but not sacrifice that unique texture and taste.

Brownies with raspberry topping are an ingenious way to make better brownies from a box. The clever addition of these brownies with the raspberry jam just makes them special. Perfect for a family dinner or guests.

These brownies have some of the mouthwatering flavors and richness in these Raspberry Cheesecake Bars but with way less work and fewer ingredients. Serve them with Mini Pavlova Nests for a dessert combo that will wow your guests!

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What We Love About This Recipe

Don’t you love to make something look elegant out of simple ingredients that take very little effort? This brownie with raspberry recipe is exactly that. They come out looking like something in a high end bakery.

• 50 Minute Dessert: Make the brownies following the box directions than make the topping.
• Easy Ingredients: The box brownie mix and 4 simple ingredients create this Lamington cake.
• Family Friendly: They will love the fruity topping and whipped cream.
• Adaptable: Can make it with frozen whipped topping and other fruits.

If you want to try a similar recipe but with less tartness, try these Strawberry Brownies.

Ingredient Notes

• Brownies: The best box mix that you enjoy.
• Raspberry Jam: A jar of raspberry jam, any brand.
• Unsweetened Coconut: This adds just a little something extra.
• Heavy Cream: For the whipped topping
• Sugar: Just a touch, you do not need much to add a little sweetness.

Equipment Needed

• KitchenAid Classic Mixing Bowls
• Cooptop Silicone Spatula Set 
• OCTAVO 5 Speed Hand Mixer Electric
• Measuring Cups

How to Make Brownies Raspberry Lamingtons

These are the basic steps for making brownies raspberry lamingtons. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.

STEP 1: Make Brownies

First, prepare brownie per package or recipe instructions, let cool and cut into squares (or use brownie pan).

STEP 2: Make Lamingtons Recipe

Second, mix jam and coconut together until well combined and spread on top of brownies.

STEP 3: Whipped Topping

Finally, mix whipped cream ingredients with hand mixer until stiff peaks form, and then use piping bag or simply dollop cream onto lamingtons.

Prep and Storage Tips for Raspberry Brownie Lamingtons

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME

These brownies can be made a day or two ahead of time and wrapped in an airtight container. Alternatively, they can be frozen until you are ready to serve.

HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE

The shelf life of raspberry brownies, in a covered airtight container should be about 5 days at room temperature. Wrapped well in plastic wrap will work as well.

HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE

Freeze for up to six months and then thaw in the fridge overnight. Top with raspberry mixture and whipped topping prior to serving.

Frequently Asked Question

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE LOWER CALORIE?

Brownie mix like this Livlo Keto Brownie Baking Mix are gluten free, sugar free and low carb. Even a sugar free raspberry jam.

CAN I SUBSTITUTE STORE BOUGHT BROWNIES?

Of course, simply buy store bought brownies and use this recipe to make this dessert.

CAN THIS RECIPE BE DOUBLED OR HALVED?

Indeed, make the amount that you need for your gathering. Simply adjust the ingredients accordingly.

WHO MAKES THE BEST BOX BROWNIE?

Truly, it depends on if you prefer chewy or crispy brownies, more chocolatey or fudgy. Here is a breakdown to review.

WHAT ARE LAMINGTONS?

Really the term is used to describe an Australian cake made from squares coated in an outer layer of chocolate sauce and rolled in coconut. The thin mixture is absorbed into the outside of the sponge cake and left to set, giving the cake a distinctive texture.

Expert Tips for Making This Brownies with Raspberry

• Add Nuts or Chips: Elevate your brownies with things such as pecans or walnuts and or chips.
• Short cut tip: Make the brownies and freeze them until you are ready to make them.
• Tips: Undercooking your brownies slightly will give them a gooier texture.
• Alternate cooking method tip: Make in your air fryer or instant pot.
• Drizzle: A chocolate drizzle on top of the brownies in white, dark or milk chocolate. Top with fresh raspberries.

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This recipe is my personal adaption of an ethnic inspired recipe. It is not intended to be an authentic recipe.  I’ve recreated this recipe because I enjoy the flavors and I want to encourage my readers to expand their tastes and try new flavor combinations. The recipe, ingredients and processes may have been adapted to make the recipe accessible for the average American. I have provided links to authentic versions of the recipe in the post above. I encourage you to visit these pages and learn more about the traditional version(s) of this recipe.

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