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Lunch Lady Brownies

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These fudgy, nostalgic brownies are a crowd-pleasing dessert reminiscent of cafeteria treats, featuring a chocolate glaze and a dense crumb.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Can be replaced with equal oil for a chewier texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Room-temperature eggs incorporate more easily.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Alternatively, use 2 oz melted bittersweet chocolate.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For gluten-free, replace with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour mix.
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder Optional for a lighter texture.
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp cocoa
  • 1-2 tbsp milk Can also use melted chocolate for the glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square pan and line with parchment for easy removal.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave until just liquid. Stir in chopped chocolate until melted and smooth if using chocolate.
  3. Whisk sugar into the warm butter-chocolate mixture until dissolved slightly.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking until combined. Stir in vanilla.
  5. Sift together the cocoa powder (or stir in melted chocolate), flour, salt, and baking powder. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 22–28 minutes. Start checking at 20 minutes.
  2. Let brownies cool in the pan for 15–20 minutes.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, cocoa, and milk until smooth; spread over warm brownies.
  2. Chill briefly to set, then slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or in packed lunches. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for a week. Freeze for up to 3 months.
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