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Broadway Brownie Bars

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Rich and fudgy brownie bars topped with a smooth chocolate frosting, creating a decadent layered dessert perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for topping)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture.
  6. Pour batter into pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Cool completely.
  9. Beat butter, milk, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  10. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and let set before slicing.

Notes

  • Do not overbake to keep brownies fudgy.
  • Cool completely before adding frosting.
  • Add nuts or chocolate chips for variation.
  • Use a clean knife for neat slices.
  • Store in airtight container for freshness.

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