Description
Relive sweet school day memories with these Lunchroom Ladies Brownies! A timeless recipe featuring fudgy brownies topped with a rich, creamy chocolate frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownies:
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup cocoa
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Icing:
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/4 cup canned milk (or regular milk)
- 1/4 cup cocoa
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- Dash of salt
Instructions
Brownies
- Mix the Batter:
- In a large bowl, combine butter, cocoa, flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and nuts. Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick at 20 minutes.
- Cool:
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Icing
- Make the Frosting:
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, canned milk, cocoa, powdered sugar, and a dash of salt until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the Brownies:
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Let the icing set before slicing.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake by removing them at the 20-minute mark.
- Add a sprinkle of chocolate chips or extra nuts on top of the frosting for a fun twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 390kcal per serving
