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Lunch Lady Brownies

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Rich, fudgy brownies topped with a smooth, creamy chocolate frosting, inspired by classic school cafeteria treats.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Unsalted butter 1 cup melted
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup
  • Granulated sugar 2 cups
  • Large eggs 4
  • Vanilla extract 1 tablespoon
  • All-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups
  • Salt 1/2 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter 1/4 cup softened
  • Milk 1/4 cup
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup
  • Powdered sugar 3 cups
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Whisk melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Add sugar and mix well.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Add flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted shows a few moist crumbs.
  7. While baking, whisk softened butter, milk, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Cool brownies slightly for 10 to 15 minutes, then spread frosting evenly over warm brownies.
  9. Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies fudgy.
  • Let brownies cool fully before cutting for clean slices.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to 1 week.
  • Freeze individually wrapped pieces for up to 2 months.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/lunch-lady-brownies/