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Lunch Lady Brownies

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Lunch Lady Brownies are a nostalgic, indulgent treat featuring rich, fudgy brownies topped with a smooth, glossy layer of chocolate frosting. These easy-to-make brownies are the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, making them a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

Ingredients

  • For the brownies:
    • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
    • 2 cups granulated sugar
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1/2 cup milk
  • For the frosting:
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1/4 cup milk
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Make the brownie batter: In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix again until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir until everything is just combined, making sure not to overmix.
  4. Bake the brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  5. Make the frosting: While the brownies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  6. Frost the brownies: Once the brownies have cooled for 10 minutes, spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the top. Allow the brownies to cool completely before slicing into squares.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Slice the brownies into squares and enjoy the rich, fudgy goodness!

Notes

If you prefer a more decadent brownie, you can add chocolate chips to the batter, or drizzle caramel sauce or melted chocolate over the frosting.For extra flavor, try adding chopped walnuts or pecans into the brownie batter.You can substitute the cocoa powder with Dutch-processed cocoa for a smoother, richer flavor.For a variation, use cream cheese frosting or peanut butter frosting instead of the traditional chocolate frosting.Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.

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