A buttery, vanilla-based alternative to traditional chocolate brownies.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2. Lunch Lady Brownies
Classic fudgy brownies topped with a smooth chocolate frosting.
Brownie Ingredients:
- 1 cup melted butter
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 3 tbsp vanilla
Frosting Ingredients:
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup milk
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
3. Strawberry Shortcake Brownies
A bright pink treat with a creamy frosting and crunchy cookie crumble.
Crumble Ingredients:
- 20 Golden Oreos
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 4 tbsp strawberry gelatin
Brownie Ingredients:
- 1 strawberry cake mix
- ½ cup salted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp strawberry gelatin
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz block cream cheese
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tbsp heavy cream
4. Lemon Brownies
Zesty and refreshing with a sweet lemon glaze.
Brownie Ingredients:
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 eggs, plus 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp lemon zest
General Baking Directions:
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix: For most of these, cream the fats (butter/oil) and sugars first, add the eggs and extracts, then gently fold in the dry ingredients.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Finish: Allow them to cool completely before adding frosting, glazes, or crumbles.
