Frosted Homemade Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Frosted Homemade Brownies—a rich, fudgy dessert topped with a decadent chocolate frosting that takes this classic to the next level. Made from scratch with pantry staples like cocoa powder, buttery goodness, and a touch of vanilla, these brownies are perfectly moist and balanced by the smooth, creamy frosting. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or simply to satisfy a chocolate craving, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 45 minutes, making it the perfect dessert for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Serve these brownies as they are or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra luxurious twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a microwave-safe bowl or a saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter. Allow to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and 2 cups of granulated sugar. Mix until smooth.
Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake! Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
While the brownies are cooling, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter until creamy.
Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar and 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, beating until smooth.
Add 2 tablespoons of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and continue beating until the frosting is creamy and spreadable. Add a little more milk if the frosting is too thick.
Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your frosted homemade brownies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.2 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.6 g | 433% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1005 mg | 335% | |
| Sodium | 1612 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 882.6 g | 321% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 91.4 g | 326% | |
| Total Sugars | 642.4 g | ||
| Protein | 87.1 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 43.8 mg | 243% | |
| Potassium | 4124 mg | 88% | |
*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.
