Description
Frosted Brownies offer a rich, fudgy chocolate dessert topped with creamy plant-based frosting that balances sweetness and texture perfectly. Made with simple ingredients and a smooth finish, these brownies are moist yet firm, easy to cut, and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Brownie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (natural)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- Pinch of salt
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based frosting
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all ingredients measured and ready to go. This ensures a smooth baking process and perfect batter consistency.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. This sets the stage for even flavor and texture throughout the brownies.
- Blend the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, cream the plant-based butter with eggs and vanilla extract (natural) until light and fluffy, then add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) for a subtle depth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly fold the dry mix into the wet ingredients, stirring gently to avoid overmixing. The goal is a smooth, thick batter with no streaks of flour.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cooling completely before frosting is crucial for the right texture.
- Prepare and Apply the Frosting: Whip your plant-based frosting with natural gelling agent until airy and spreadable. Generously frost the cooled brownies and smooth the top for a beautiful, inviting finish.
Notes
- Measure Precisely: Use a kitchen scale when possible to ensure the perfect balance of ingredients.
- Don’t Overbake: Checking a few minutes early keeps brownies fudgy rather than dry.
- Cool Completely: Let brownies cool fully to avoid melting the frosting when spreading.
- Room Temperature Frosting: Soften frosting slightly before spreading for easier application.
- Use High-Quality Cocoa: Invest in a rich cocoa powder for the best chocolate taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: frosted brownies, plant-based frosting, chocolate brownies, fudgy brownies, easy dessert
