Frosted Brownies

4.95 from 54 votes

These next-level frosted brownies are a family favorite, delivering soft, chewy, and decadently rich perfection in every bite!

Prep Time5

Cook Time27

Total Time32

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Equipment

Ingredients

¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
1½ cup sugar
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt

Frosting

⅔ cup sugar
3 tablespoons milk
3 tablespoons butter
½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Blend melted butter, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl. Add eggs and mix well with a wooden spoon.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
Add dry ingredients to the egg mixture until well blended.
Spread into a 9x9-inch pan. Bake at 350°F for 27-29 minutes.

Frosting

Mix sugar, milk, and butter in a small saucepan on medium/high heat. Bring to a boil.
Boil for 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they are all melted.
Pour over brownies immediately. Add sprinkles immediately as well. Let cool.

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Notes

Recipe tips.

We like to line the pan with parchment paper, but you can also grease and flour the pan.
Don't over-mix. Whisk the dry ingredients first to aerate and equally distribute the ingredients, then combine them with the wet ingredients.
If baking at high altitude, use extra-large eggs or add an extra egg. The added moisture will help give the brownies a better texture.

Store. These brownies can be stored with or without the frosting. Keep them in an airtight container, separate any layers with wax paper, and store them on the counter for 3-4 days.

To freeze, wrap each brownie with plastic and store them together in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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