Lunch Lady Brownies
These classic Lunch Lady Brownies are rich, fudgy, and topped with a smooth chocolate frosting. A nostalgic treat that’s easy to make!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x13 Baking Dish
- Whisk
Ingredients
Brownies
- 1 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
Frosting
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and cocoa powder.
- Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in flour and salt until just combined.
- Pour batter into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the brownies bake, prepare the frosting: In a bowl, mix butter, milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Let brownies cool slightly, then spread frosting over warm brownies.
- Let the frosting set before cutting into squares. Enjoy!
Notes
For an extra fudgy texture, slightly underbake the brownies and let them cool completely before cutting.