Best 7 Creamy Brownie Frosting Recipes

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Are you ready to take your brownie experience to the next level? Discover the art of crafting the perfect creamy brownie frosting. With its velvety texture and rich, indulgent flavor, this frosting elevates classic brownies to new heights of deliciousness. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner looking to impress, this guide will unveil the secrets to creating the ultimate creamy brownie frosting that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST BROWNIE FROSTING RECIPE



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A recipe for frosting made especially for brownies. Rich, chocolate flavor, just the right amount and easy to make.

Provided by Tara Teaspoon

Categories     Baking     Frosting

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 tbsp unsalted butter
5 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp milk
1½ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large heatproof bowl, microwave the butter and cocoa powder until butter is melted. Beat together with a hand mixer until smooth. Add the vanilla and milk and stir.
  • Add the confectioners' sugar and stir, slowly at first, until incorporated; then beat on medium speed until frosting is smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. use immediately on cooled brownies, or store, covered at room temperature, for up to a day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 3 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY BROWNIE FROSTING



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Make and share this Creamy Brownie Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Joy1996

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1 Cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons cocoa
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup powdered sugar
1 -2 teaspoon milk

Steps:

  • In a small mixer bowl, beat butter, cocoa, corn syrup and vanilla until blended.
  • Add powdered sugar and milk; beat until spreading consistency.
  • Note: This makes enough for an 8x8" pan; double it for a 9x13" pan.

BROWNIE FROSTING



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This frosting comes from my Mom. You can use it on made-from-scratch brownies, or give boxed brownies a special touch. Very rich and VERY good!

Provided by CRUNCHM

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons milk
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup chocolate chips
1 dash vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine the milk, butter, and sugar together in a saucepan and bring to a boil; allow to cook at a rolling boil for 30 seconds and immediately remove from heat. Add the chocolate chips and vanilla to the milk mixture and stir until the chips are completely melted. Pour immediately over warm brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 45.6 mg, Sugar 33 g

FROSTED FUDGE BROWNIES



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A neighbor brought over a pan of these rich fudge brownies along with the recipe when I came home from the hospital with our baby daughter. I asked her how to make brownie frosting like that, and I've made them ever since for family occasions, potlucks and parties at work. -Sue Soderlund, Elgin, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, cubed
3/4 cup baking cocoa
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat. Stir in cocoa; cool. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until blended. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to egg mixture. Stir in vanilla and the cooled chocolate mixture until well blended. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-28 minutes (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in cocoa and vanilla. Add enough milk for the frosting to achieve spreading consistency. Spread over brownies. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BROWNIE FROSTING



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Make and share this Brownie Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by andypandy

Categories     Dessert

Time 4m

Yield 1 frosting for 9x7 square

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over med heat combine butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa.
  • Melt, and bring to a boil.
  • When it has bubbles all the way across the top of surface now time.
  • Boil hard one minute only.
  • Remove from heat, add vanilla.
  • let cool slightly, stir and beat until its like very thick corn syrup, and sticky to bottom of pot. I always use a spoon, so I can tell how it is thickening up.
  • Pour over brownies or cake.

FROSTED CREAM CHEESE BROWNIES



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Carol Gillespie from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania notes, "You'll never want to try another brownie recipe after eating these delicious treats."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 brownies.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)
1/2 cup white baking chips
FILLING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
FROSTING:
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1 ounce semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • Prepare brownies according to package directions for cakelike brownies; fold in white chips. Spread half of the batter in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. , In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg, flour and orange extract., Carefully spread cream cheese mixture over batter. Drop remaining brownie batter by tablespoonfuls over cream cheese layer. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly; stir in confectioners' sugar and enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Frost brownies.

Nutrition Facts :

RED VELVET BROWNIES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Red velvet brownies with cream cheese topping.

Provided by jenalee75

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cream Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon butter
1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup cocoa powder
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 baking dish with 1 teaspoon butter.
  • Whisk 1 cup sugar and melted butter together in a bowl. Add vanilla, cocoa powder, salt, food coloring, vinegar, and eggs to sugar mixture, blending well after each addition.
  • Stir flour into sugar mixture until batter is just combined. Pour batter into prepared baking dish, reserving 1/3 cup batter for cream cheese layer.
  • Blend cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, egg, and vanilla extract together in a bowl. Spread cream cheese mixture over brownie batter in the prepared baking dish. Pour reserved 1/3 cup brownie batter in 2 rows over cream cheese layer. Pull a knife through the batter rows into cream cheese layer to form swirls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 117.7 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 102.4 mg, Sugar 28.1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of the frosting. Opt for a dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Don't overcook the sugar syrup: If the sugar syrup is overcooked, it will become too thick and grainy. To prevent this, cook the syrup over medium heat and stir constantly.
  • Let the frosting cool slightly before using it: This will help to prevent the frosting from being too runny and will make it easier to spread.
  • If the frosting is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream: This will help to thin out the frosting and make it easier to spread.
  • If the frosting is too thin, add a little bit of powdered sugar: This will help to thicken the frosting and make it easier to spread.

Conclusion:

Creamy brownie frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a classic chocolate frosting or something a little more unique, creamy brownie frosting is a great option.

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