Description
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Lunch Lady Brownies, a sweet treat that brings back memories of carefree school days. These fudgy, chocolatey squares are topped with a rich frosting and adorned with colorful sprinkles, making them perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy family gatherings. With a simple recipe that’s easy enough for beginner bakers, you can recreate these classic brownies at home. Each bite offers a moist texture and a burst of flavor that sets them apart from typical brownies, ensuring they’re a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Rainbow sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prepare the frosting by mixing softened butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Once cooled, frost the brownies and top with rainbow sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (90g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing. Do not overmix the batter to maintain fudginess. Customize by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.