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Delicious Lunch Lady brownies topped with chocolate frosting and sprinkles.

Lunch Lady Brownies

Easy to make, deliciously moist brownies topped with a warm cocoa frosting that brings nostalgic flavors straight from the cafeteria.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the brownies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter For rich flavor
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Keeps brownies moist
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder For chocolate flavor
  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour Gives structure
  • 4 eggs Binds the ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a warm bakery flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
For the frosting
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter Helps with smooth texture
  • 2 ⅓ cups powdered sugar Makes it sweet and thick
  • ¼ cup milk Needed for spreading
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder For chocolate flavor in frosting

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 pan or line it with parchment.
  2. Melt the butter in a medium bowl, then stir in granulated sugar and cocoa until glossy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla, mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in flour and salt until no dry flour is visible.
  5. Spread batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until set.
Frosting
  1. While brownies bake, in a saucepan, melt the butter for the frosting.
  2. Stir in cocoa powder and milk until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar until combined.
  4. Pour frosting over warm brownies and spread evenly.

Notes

For best results, do not overbake. Brownies are better slightly undercooked. Serve with ice cream or strawberries for an elevated treat.