Lunch Lady Brownies
Deliciously fudgy brownies topped with glossy frosting, reminiscent of childhood cafeteria treats.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup melted butter Use melted for richness and softness.
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs Add one at a time while mixing.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour Do not pack into the cup.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances chocolate flavor.
Frosting
- 1/4 cup butter Melted for mixing.
- 1/4 cup milk Any kind works.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 to 4 cups powdered sugar Adjust thickness to preference.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, stir together melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Add sugar and mix. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
- Add flour and salt, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Baking
- Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 22 to 28 minutes, checking for moist crumbs on a toothpick.
Frosting
- In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add milk and cocoa powder, whisk until smooth. Remove from heat and incorporate powdered sugar until desired thickness is reached. Stir in vanilla.
- Pour the frosting over warm brownies and spread quickly.
Cooling and Serving
- Allow the brownies to cool for at least 45 minutes before cutting into squares for clean edges.
Notes
For best results, avoid overbaking. Allow brownies to cool before cutting for tidy squares.