Fudgy Chocolate Brownies with Glossy Chocolate Frosting

These brownies are incredibly moist and rich, topped with a shiny chocolate frosting that melts in your mouth. Perfect for chocolate lovers!


๐Ÿ›’ Ingredients

For the Brownies:

  • ๐Ÿซ 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • ๐Ÿซ 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • ๐Ÿซ 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • ๐Ÿซ 4 large eggs
  • ๐Ÿซ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ๐Ÿซ 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ๐Ÿซ 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ๐Ÿซ 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Frosting:

  • ๐Ÿซ 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ๐Ÿซ 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ๐Ÿซ 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ๐Ÿซ 1/4 cup milk (add more if needed for consistency)
  • ๐Ÿซ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

๐Ÿ”ฅ Instructions

For the Brownies:

1๏ธโƒฃ Preheat & Prep:

  • Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
  • Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2๏ธโƒฃ Mix Wet Ingredients:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

3๏ธโƒฃ Combine Dry Ingredients:

  • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

4๏ธโƒฃ Bake:

  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  • Bake for 25โ€“30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.

For the Frosting:

1๏ธโƒฃ Prepare Frosting:

  • In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  • Add the cocoa powder and mix until smooth.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, until the frosting is creamy and spreadable.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.

2๏ธโƒฃ Frost the Brownies:

  • Once the brownies are completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
  • Let the frosting set before slicing into squares.

๐Ÿฏ Why Youโ€™ll Love This Recipe:

  • Ultra-Fudgy: These brownies are rich and moist with a deep chocolate flavor.
  • Decadent Frosting: The glossy frosting adds a smooth, sweet finish.
  • Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and minimal effort!

Enjoy your indulgent chocolate creation! ๐Ÿซโœจ