Frosted Brownies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these rich and decadent frosted brownies, the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. Featuring a perfectly fudgy base made with unsalted butter, cocoa powder, and a hint of vanilla, these brownies strike the perfect balance of moist and chewy with a slightly crisp edge. Topped with a silky, homemade chocolate frosting crafted from powdered sugar, butter, and an extra splash of cocoa, each bite is pure bliss. Ready in just under an hour, including a quick prep time of 15 minutes, these frosted brownies are ideal for parties, celebrations, or an everyday dessert craving. Serve them as is, or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Perfectly portioned into 16 servings, these brownies will quickly become your go-to chocolate fix!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter. Let it cool slightly.
Stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.
Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
For the frosting, combine 1/4 cup of melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, 1/4 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a medium bowl.
Add the powdered sugar gradually, whisking until smooth and spreadable.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5033 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.5 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.8 g | 559% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1121 mg | 374% | |
| Sodium | 1721 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 881.6 g | 321% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 91.4 g | 326% | |
| Total Sugars | 640.9 g | ||
| Protein | 86.5 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 43.8 mg | 243% | |
| Potassium | 4089 mg | 87% | |
*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.
