Chocolate Frosted Brownies
Indulge in pure chocolate decadence with these Chocolate Frosted Brownies, a dessert that combines a rich, fudgy base with a silky layer of luscious chocolate frosting. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and two types of sugar, these brownies are perfectly balanced—a little chewy, a little gooey, and irresistibly chocolatey. The velvety frosting, whipped up with powdered sugar, melted butter, and a splash of milk, adds a glossy finish that takes this treat to the next level. With minimal prep time and crowd-pleasing servings, these homemade brownies are ideal for dessert lovers and perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 95 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 100 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 120 grams powdered sugar
- 50 grams unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20x20 cm (8x8 inch) baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the sides overhang for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (170 grams) in short intervals, stirring between each until completely melted. Allow it to cool slightly.
Whisk in granulated sugar (200 grams) and light brown sugar (100 grams) into the melted butter until smooth and combined.
Add the eggs (3) one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract (2 teaspoons).
Sift together the flour (95 grams), cocoa powder (50 grams), and salt (0.25 teaspoons) in a separate bowl. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips (100 grams).
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
To make the frosting, sift powdered sugar (120 grams) and cocoa powder (25 grams) into a bowl.
In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (50 grams) over low heat. Stir in milk (2 tablespoons) and vanilla extract (1 teaspoon).
Gradually whisk the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients until smooth and glossy. If the frosting is too thick, add a tiny bit of milk until it reaches the desired consistency.
Spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Let the frosting set for about 15 minutes.
Lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.0 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.4 g | 692% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1046 mg | 349% | |
| Sodium | 873 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 610.9 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.3 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 474.9 g | ||
| Protein | 52.1 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 336 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 1693 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
