Brownies with Pink Frosting (Print)

Fudgy chocolate squares enhanced with smooth, colorful frosting for a delightful dessert experience.

# Ingredient list:

→ For the Brownies

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

→ For the Pink Frosting

09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
11 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
12 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 2-3 drops red food coloring

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
03 - Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
04 - Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
05 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
06 - In a medium bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Beat until fluffy and smooth, adding more milk if needed for spreading consistency.
07 - Add food coloring one drop at a time, mixing until a soft pink hue is achieved. Spread frosting over cooled brownies. Cut into squares and serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of rich chocolate and creamy frosting feels nostalgic yet surprising
  • These brownies turn an ordinary dessert into something that makes people smile before they even take a bite
02 -
  • Underbaking slightly creates that fudgy texture everyone craves in brownies
  • The frosting needs completely cooled brownies or it will slide right off
03 -
  • Use warm water to rinse your knife between cuts for perfect clean edges
  • Chill the frosted brownies for 15 minutes before slicing to prevent the frosting from dragging

Go back