Nut-Free Classic Brownies with Chocolate Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Nut-Free Classic Brownies with Chocolate Frosting—a fudgy, rich dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made without nuts, these brownies feature a luscious combination of cocoa-infused batter and pockets of melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring every bite is decadently chocolaty. Topped with a silky homemade chocolate frosting made from heavy cream, butter, and powdered sugar, these brownies are a dream for chocolate lovers. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, they’re ideal for bake sales, family gatherings, or simply a cozy treat at home. Whether served on their own or with a scoop of ice cream, these nut-free brownies promise a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s safe for those with nut allergies. Perfectly balanced between chewy and gooey, this recipe is your ultimate guide to creating bakery-style brownies in your own kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the brownies out easily once baked.
Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a large microwave-safe bowl or in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar and stir until combined and slightly cooled.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring just until combined.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid over-baking to keep the brownies fudgy.
While the brownies are cooling, prepare the chocolate frosting. In a small saucepan, heat 0.5 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the hot cream with 0.5 cup of unsalted butter cut into pieces. Add the powdered sugar and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Once the brownies are completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top using a spatula.
Allow the frosting to set for about 15 minutes before slicing the brownies into squares and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 330.8 g | 424% | |
| Saturated Fat | 194.6 g | 973% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1370 mg | 457% | |
| Sodium | 1768 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 995.2 g | 362% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 100.3 g | 358% | |
| Total Sugars | 731.7 g | ||
| Protein | 98.3 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 51.5 mg | 286% | |
| Potassium | 4086 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.
