Description
This Chocolate Frosted Brownies recipe delivers rich, fudgy brownies topped with a smooth and creamy chocolate frosting. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings, these homemade brownies combine the deep flavors of cocoa with a sweet, velvety frosting, making them an irresistible American classic dessert.
Ingredients
For the brownies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
For the chocolate frosting:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk (plus more if needed)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the brownies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it thoroughly to prevent sticking. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, whisking continuously until fully incorporated.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. This ensures there are no lumps and the ingredients are well blended. Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the brownies.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 28 to 32 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with moist crumbs but not wet batter. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before applying the frosting.
- Prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and cocoa powder together until the mixture is smooth and uniform in color. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract while beating continuously to create a light and fluffy frosting. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Frost and serve: Once the brownies have completely cooled, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top using a spatula. Allow the frosting to set for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy your delicious homemade chocolate frosted brownies!
Notes
- Add chocolate chips or chopped walnuts to the brownie batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate the brownies.
