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Lunch Lady Brownies

Delicious Lunch Lady Brownies That'll Bring Back Nostalgia

These Lunch Lady Brownies are nostalgic, chewy, and topped with a glossy frosting that transports you back to your carefree school days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1.5 cups unsalted butter melted
  • 5 large eggs
  • 2.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 teaspoon baking powder
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Pan

Method
 

Brownie Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a rectangular baking pan.
  2. Mix together the melted butter, eggs, and granulated sugar in a large bowl.
  3. Incorporate the unsweetened cocoa powder, pure vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
  4. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the brownies cool.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Combine the melted butter, cocoa powder, honey, and heavy cream in a mixing bowl. Blend until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownieCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For an extra twist, top with sprinkles or crushed nuts before serving.

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