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Fudgy Frosted Brownies

Indulge in these incredibly fudgy and decadent brownies, topped with a creamy, sweet frosting for the ultimate chocolatey treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Brownies

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet

Chocolate Frosting

  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Brownie Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan, or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
  • Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Frosting Preparation

  • In a medium bowl, beat together softened butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, beating until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
    0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
  • Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

For extra fudgy brownies, underbake them slightly. Store frosted brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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