Classic Brownies with Chocolate Frosting

Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey treat with these Classic Brownies with Chocolate Frosting, a timeless dessert that's rich, fudgy, and irresistibly decadent. These homemade brownies combine a soft-yet-dense texture with the perfect balance of sweetness and a hint of cocoa's deep flavor, thanks to premium unsweetened cocoa powder. Topped with a creamy, velvety chocolate frosting made from a blend of heavy cream, butter, and powdered sugar, each bite melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to follow, with just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of baking time, yielding 16 squares of pure dessert bliss. Whether you're serving these at a party or enjoying them as a comforting treat, these frosted brownies are sure to satisfy. Keywords: "classic brownie recipe," "chocolate frosted brownies," "homemade brownies with frosting," "easy dessert recipes."

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter for frosting
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt 0.75 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in 1.5 cups of granulated sugar, followed by 3 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together 0.75 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of baking powder.

Step 4

Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until well combined.

Step 5

Stir in 0.5 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Step 6

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Step 7

Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

While the brownies are baking, prepare the frosting. In a small saucepan, combine 0.25 cup of heavy cream and 0.25 cup of unsalted butter for frosting. Heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot but not boiling.

Step 9

Remove from heat and add 1 cup of powdered sugar, along with 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract for frosting. Stir until smooth and well mixed.

Step 10

Let the frosting cool slightly until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.

Step 11

Once the brownies have cooled completely, spread the frosting over the top evenly using a spatula.

Step 12

Cut into 16 squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4090.8

Total Fat 194.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 933.2mg	0%
Sodium 1549.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 621.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.0g	0%
Total Sugars 466.6g
Protein 58.7g	0%

Vitamin D 152.2IU	0%
Calcium 271.4mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 2154.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 55.6%