Are you looking for a decadent and indulgent treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than frosted brownies or Texas brownies! These rich, chocolatey brownies are topped with a layer of creamy, fluffy frosting, creating a dessert that is both visually appealing and incredibly delicious. With their fudgy texture and the perfect balance of sweetness and chocolate, frosted brownies are the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover. Whether you're preparing them for a special occasion or simply want to treat yourself to a special treat, these brownies are sure to hit the spot.
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FROSTED TEXAS BROWNIES
This chocoholic's favorite brownie. The recipe was shared with me by an ex-MIL over 25 years ago. Good recipes, unlike marriages, never die.
Provided by sugarpea
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 30m
Yield 1 11x17 pan of brownies, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Brownie: Preheat oven to 400°; grease an 11" x 17" jelly roll pan.
- Mix sugar and flour in a bowl; in a saucepan bring to boil the butter, shortening, water, cocoa and salt; pour cocoa mixture over flour mixture and stir until combined.
- Beat in buttermilk, baking soda, eggs and vanilla; pour into baking pan and bake for 15 minutes, until center is barely set; DO NOT OVERBAKE; the center of the brownie will be slightly puffed but, if not overbaked, will fall when cool.
- Frosting: Prepare the frosting while the brownie bakes; in same saucepan, bring to boil the butter, milk and cocoa; remove from heat and stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla; stir until smooth.
- Pour and spread over the brownie immediately after removing it from the oven; cool and refrigerate.
FROSTED TEXAS BROWNIES
These Frosted Texas Brownies are made with a whisk and a bowl -- no mixer required! They make a huge sheet pan and are perfect for potlucks!
Provided by Ashley Fehr
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and grease a 10x15" sheet pan (I like to line mine with tin foil before greasing!).
- In a large bowl, combine butter and sugar with a whisk. Add eggs and whisk until smooth.
- Add cocoa, milk, baking soda and vanilla and whisk until combined.
- Stir in flour. Add coffee and stir until combined.
- Spread into prepared baking sheet and and bake for 20 minutes, turning half way. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature.
- FrostingIn a medium bowl, combine butter, cocoa, milk, sugar and vanilla and whisk until combined. Spread over cooled brownies and let set -- or don't! Simply cut yourself a slab and dive right in ?
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 189 mg, Sugar 41 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TEXAS SHEET CAKE BROWNIES RECIPE (FAMILY FAVORITE)
This recipe for Texas Sheet Cake Brownies has been in our family for years. Our grandma's simple recipe is the best one out there!
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Dessert
Time 38m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and the sugar.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine butter, shortening, water, and cocoa. Stir and heat to boiling.
- Pour boiling mixture over the flour and sugar in the bowl.
- Add the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla. Mix well using a wooden spoon or high speed on an electric mixer.
- Pour into a well greased cookie sheet (17 1/2 x 11 inch) pan.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until brownies test done in center.
- While brownies bake, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa, and milk. Heat to boiling and stirring constantly.
- Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla until frosting is smooth (you may have to whisk it).
- Pour warm frosting over brownies as soon as you take them out of the oven. Let cool and cut into 40 bars.
FROSTED FUDGE BROWNIES
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
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.
FAVORITE FROSTED BROWNIES
I don't think you can overdo chocolate for this holiday. Candy sprinkles dress up my tried-and-true brownies for the occasion.-Barbara Birk, St. George, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a bowl, beat the butter, milk and vanilla; add cocoa. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over cooled brownies. Decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
TEXAS BROWNIES RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Meshel963
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and the sugar. In heavy saucepan, combine butter, shortening, coffee/water and cocoa. Stir and heating to boiling. Pour boiling mixture over the flour and sugar in bowl. Add the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda and vanilla. Mix well, using electric mixer. Pour into a well-buttered 17 1/2 x 11" jelly roll pan. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes or until brownies test done in the center. While brownies bake, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa and Irish Cream. Heating to boiling, stirring. Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla until frosting is smooth. Pour warm frosting over brownies as soon as you take them out of the oven. Cool completely. Cut into 48 bars.
FROSTED BROWNIES OR TEXAS BROWNIES
This makes a huge cookie sheetful of wonderful brownies or better yet, a cross between a brownie and a cake. These will be enough to bring to a gathering and everyone will love them.
Provided by Mimi in Maine
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 40m
Yield 48 bars
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine flour and sugar.
- In a large saucepan combine butter, shortening, cocoa, and coffee.
- Mix well and heat to boiling.
- Pour into the flour and sugar; mix well.
- Add the buttermilk, baking soda, eggs, and vanilla.
- Mix well.
- Pour into a well-greased 11x17 1/2 cookie sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or till done.
- While brownies bake make the frosting.
- In a large saucepan combine the butter, cocoa, and milk; heat to boiling and mix well.
- Mix in the confectioners sugar and vanilla and mix till smooth.
- Pour warm frosting over the brownies as soon as you take them out of the oven.
- Cool; cut into 48 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.4, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 18.2, Sodium 66.8, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 17.1, Protein 1.1
TEXAS BROWNIES
Make and share this Texas Brownies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Danielle G.
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 35m
Yield 48 squares
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and the sugar.
- In heavy saucepan, combine butter, shortening, coffee or water and cocoa.
- Stir and heat to boiling.
- Pour boiling mixture over the flour and sugar in te bowl.
- Add the buttermilk, eggs baking soda and vanilla.
- Mix well, using a wooden spoon or high speed on an electric mixer.
- Pour into a well buttered 17 1/2 by 11 inch jelly roll pan.
- Bake at 400F for 20 minutes or until brownies are done in the center.
- While brownies bake, prepare the frosting.
- In a saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa and milk.
- Heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until frosting is smooth.
- Pour warm frosting over brownies as soon as you take them out of the oven.
- Cool.
- Cut into 48 bars.
Tips:
- For the perfect fudgy brownies, use a combination of melted butter and oil. The butter adds richness and flavor, while the oil helps to keep the brownies moist.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough, dry brownies.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies.
- Let the brownies cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the frosting.
Conclusion:
Whether you prefer classic frosted brownies or the gooey, decadent Texas brownies, there's a recipe in this article that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious dessert that everyone will love. So next time you're craving something sweet, give one of these brownie recipes a try – you won't be disappointed!
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