Description
These Lunch Lady Brownies are ultra-fudgy, rich, and topped with a smooth, chocolatey frosting. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they have a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them irresistible. Perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or just a sweet treat at home!
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Frosting:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla, mixing until combined. Stir in flour and salt until just mixed (do not overmix).
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the brownies bake, beat together butter, milk, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Frost & Set: Once brownies are out of the oven, let them cool for about 10 minutes. Spread the frosting over the warm brownies, allowing it to melt slightly and create a glossy finish.
- Cool & Serve: Let brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
For Extra Fudgy Brownies: Slightly underbake and let them cool completely before cutting.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Make It Nutty: Add ½ cup chopped walnuts to the batter for a crunchy twist.