Description
A delightful blend of rich chocolate flavor and festive decoration that brings history and creativity to your baking.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or nuts (optional for texture)
- White icing for decoration
- Mini chocolate chips or candy for eyes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line your baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate and butter together; stir until smooth. Add sugars, then eggs one by one, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Gently fold in flour and cocoa until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before decorating with white icing and mini chocolate chips for eyes.
Notes
Letting brownies sit overnight can enhance their flavor and density. Use a sharp knife for clean edges when cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg