Remember the good old days of school lunches? While some dishes may not have been our favorites, there were a few that we actually looked forward to. One of those treasured recipes was the lunch lady brownies. These moist and decadent treats were always a hit, and now you can relive those memories by making them at home!

The secret to these delectable brownies lies in their tenderness. The rich chocolate flavor paired with the smooth and creamy frosting is a match made in heaven. Just one bite and you’ll be transported back to the lunchroom.

To recreate these mouthwatering brownies, start by preheating your oven to 350˚F. Line a 9″x9″ baking pan with foil, ensuring that the foil extends over the sides for easy removal later.

In a mixing bowl, cream together melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined. Then, gradually add the cocoa powder and all-purpose flour, mixing until the batter is a uniform color.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. You’ll want to take them out when a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. The key here is to slightly under-bake the brownies to achieve that perfect moistness.

While the brownies cool, it’s time to whip up the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar until you reach a smooth and creamy texture. Feel free to use Dutch cocoa for an extra burst of flavor.

Now comes the fun part – spreading the frosting over the still-warm brownies. This allows the icing to meld beautifully with the brownies, creating a luscious topping. Once cooled, cut these heavenly treats into squares and use the foil to lift them out of the pan.

Experience the nostalgia and indulge in these lunch lady brownies that taste just as divine as you remember. There’s only one way to find out if they live up to the standards of your school days – make a batch today and treat yourself to a delicious trip down memory lane!

Lunch Lady Brownies

• Makes 9 brownies
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 25 minutes
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

For the frosting:

• 2 tablespoons softened butter
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line a 9″x9″ baking pan with foil, making sure that the foil extends over the sides.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and melted butter until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
3. Gradually add the cocoa powder and all-purpose flour, mixing until the batter is a uniform color.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly dry with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking for the best texture.
5. While the brownies are cooling, prepare the frosting. Combine softened butter, milk, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency by adding milk or powdered sugar as needed.
6. Spread the frosting over the warm brownies to allow it to melt slightly. Cut into squares and use the foil to lift the brownies out of the pan.

Recipe adapted from Brownie Bites.