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Lunchroom Ladies Brownies - 50-Year-Old Recipe

These Lunchroom Ladies Brownies are a nostalgic treat, reminiscent of school lunchrooms and cherished memories. This 50-year-old recipe delivers rich, fudgy brownies topped with a decadent cocoa icing. Perfect for sharing at family gatherings or enjoying as a sweet treat anytime.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: cake
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Lunchroom Ladies Brownies - 50-Year-Old Recipe

Materials

For the Brownies:

  • - 1 cup butter
  • - 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • - 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 2 cups granulated sugar
  • - 4 eggs
  • - 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • - 1 cup chopped nuts optional

For the Icing:

  • - 1/4 cup softened butter
  • - 1/4 cup canned milk or regular milk
  • - 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • - 3 cups powdered sugar
  • - Dash of salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Brownies:

  • - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • - Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.

2. Mix the Batter:

  • - In a large bowl, mix together the butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
  • - Add the flour and sugar, and stir until well combined.
  • - Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  • - Fold in the chopped nuts, if using.

3. Bake the Brownies:

  • - Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • - Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Check for doneness at 20 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  • - Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan.

4. Prepare the Icing:

  • - In a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, milk, and cocoa powder until smooth.
  • - Gradually add the powdered sugar and a dash of salt, mixing until the icing is smooth and spreadable.

5. Frost the Brownies:

  • - Once the brownies are completely cooled, spread the icing evenly over the top.

6. Serve:

  • - Cut into squares and serve.