Description
Frosted Brownies are rich, moist, and topped with a creamy plant-based frosting, combining chewy chocolate brownies with a smooth, luscious topping. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies offer ultimate moistness, deep chocolate flavor, and a dairy-free frosting made from simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
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Brownie Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup high-quality cocoa powder (natural)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it for easy removal of the brownies later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute the rising agent for perfect texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix brown sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add plant-based milk and natural vanilla extract, stirring to blend all the flavors smoothly.
- Create the Batter: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until fully combined without overmixing. The batter should be thick but pourable, ready to fill your pan.
- Bake Until Just Set: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center to check; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Prepare the Frosting: While brownies cool, whip together plant-based butter, powdered sugar, a splash of plant-based milk, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and natural gelling agent using a hand mixer until creamy and stable.
- Frost and Chill: Once brownies have cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly on top. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the frosting before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use good quality cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies tender.
- Cool brownies completely before frosting to avoid melting.
- Chill frosted brownies before cutting for clean slices.
- Adjust powdered sugar in frosting to customize sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Frosted Brownies, Plant-Based Brownies, Dairy-Free Frosting, Chocolate Dessert, Vegan Brownies