Frosted Brownies

Frosted brownies are rich and fudgy, with a decadent chocolate layer on top that adds a creamy finish. Easy to whip up, they satisfy every chocolate craving.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword baked goods, brownies, chocolate dessert, easy recipe, sweet treat

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1 5

Servings squares

Calories 175kcal

Author Liza A

Ingredients

½ cup butter
3/4 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking powder

Frosting:

3 tbsp butter softened
3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square pan.
In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Remove from heat, and stir in sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
In a bowl, combine cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder; stir into the sugar mixture.
Spread evenly into prepared pan.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until brownies spring back when gently touched. Do not overcook.
Make the frosting by combining 3 tablespoons softened butter, 3 tablespoons cocoa, honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Stir until smooth. Frost brownies while they are still warm. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Recipe source: allrecipes.com

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