Easy Frosted Brownies

chefs-mate chefs-mate 0 Comments
Servings: 1 Difficulty: Advanced
Jump To Recipe Print Recipe
Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies topped with a smooth, homemade chocolate frosting for a classic homemade treat.
Easy Frosted Brownies recipe image
Easy Frosted Brownies recipe image
Print Recipe

Easy Frosted Brownies

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: , Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 240.3

Description

These Easy Frosted Brownies are the ultimate comfort food, combining a dense, moist chocolate base with a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth frosting. Made with simple pantry staples like butter, sugar, and semisweet chocolate, they offer deep cocoa flavors without the fuss of complex techniques. The secret lies in boiling the sugar and butter to create a glossy, rich batter that bakes into a tender square. Perfect for birthday parties, school bake sales, or a quiet evening with coffee, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser every time. Whether you add chopped nuts for crunch or keep them plain, this recipe delivers a nostalgic, homemade dessert experience that feels indulgent yet straightforward to prepare.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter (or margarine), and water.
  3. Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar.
  4. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
  5. Add the semisweet chocolate morsels to the hot mixture and stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  7. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  9. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  10. Stir in the chopped pecans or walnuts if using.
  11. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  12. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  13. Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  14. For the frosting, melt the remaining chocolate morsels (if using optional package) or use reserved frosting ingredients, then spread evenly over the cooled brownies.
  15. Sprinkle with additional chopped nuts if desired.
  16. Let the frosting set slightly before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 240.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.8g22%
Saturated Fat 4.4g23%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 205.3mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 30.2g11%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 30.0g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: easy, frosted, brownies, chocolate, dessert, baking, american, homemade, semisweet, butter, sugar, vegetarian, comfort food, party snack, classic recipe, chocolate frosting, pantry staples, quick dessert
Recipe Card powered by WP Delicious