Brownies!

So everyone loves brownies, or most everyone! I found a very simple recipe for brownies and an easy fudge frosting recipe that require no cooking! So, here goes!

Brownies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8 inch square pan.
2. In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Remove from heat, and stir in sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat in 1/3 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup flour, salt, and baking powder. Spread batter into prepared pan.
3. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Do not overcook.

You only need a half recipe for the brownies....it is so easy!

No-cook fudge frosting

• 4 3/4 cups sifted powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1/2 cup butter , softened
• 1/3 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

• 1. In a bowl mix together the powdered sugar and cocoa.
  2. Add the butter, boiling water and vanilla.
  3. Beat with mixer at low speed until combined.
  4. Beat at medium speed for 1 minute.
  5. Cool for 20-30 minutes or until spreading consistency

Happy Baking!