Rich Fudge Frosted Brownies

Name: Rich Fudge Frosted Brownies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 9
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted; 1 cup white sugar; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/3 cup cocoa powder; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 cup butter (for frosting); 3 tablespoons milk (for frosting); 3 tablespoons cocoa powder (for frosting); 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

These brownies are a dream come true for anyone who loves a double dose of rich chocolate.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· October 15, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

If you love brownies, you probably know that sometimes a simple square just needs a little extra love. Adding a layer of homemade fudge frosting makes these treats incredibly decadent and perfect for satisfying a serious chocolate craving.

My favorite thing about this recipe is that you do not need any fancy equipment or a candy thermometer to get that perfect, silky frosting. Just keep an eye on the sugar and butter mixture so it does not boil over, and you will have a perfect dessert in no time.

🧺 Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup butter (for frosting)
3 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
3 tablespoons cocoa powder (for frosting)
2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease an 8 inch square baking pan.
2
In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and white sugar together until smooth.
3
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined.
4
Stir in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until the batter is just smooth.
5
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6
To make the frosting, combine the butter, milk, and cocoa powder in a small saucepan over medium heat.
7
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then remove it from the heat.
8
Whisk in the powdered sugar until the frosting is smooth and glossy.
9
Pour the warm frosting over the brownies as soon as they come out of the oven and let them cool completely before cutting.

💡 Tips

These brownies taste best when they are completely cooled because it allows the fudge frosting to set into a firm layer. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, though they rarely last that long in my house.

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