Brownies with Pink Frosting (Printable)
Rich fudgy chocolate squares topped with creamy, vibrant pink frosting for an indulgent delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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, plus more if needed
12 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 2-3 drops red food coloring
# How to Make It:
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.
08 - Spread frosting over cooled brownies. Cut into squares and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between rich dark chocolate and creamy pink frosting stops conversation every time
- These brownies stay perfectly fudgy for days thanks to the frosting sealing in moisture
02 -
- Overmixing the brownie batter makes them tough instead of fudgy so stop as soon as flour disappears
- The brownies continue cooking in the hot pan so pulling them out slightly underdone is the secret to perfect texture
03 -
- Chill the frosted brownies for 30 minutes before cutting to get those perfectly clean edges
- Warm your knife under hot water between cuts for the smoothest slices