Lunchroom Ladies Brownies-50 Year Old Recipe
Lunchroom Ladies Brownies are a timeless, chewy, and fudgy dessert that brings back school cafeteria memories. This 50-year-old recipe delivers the perfect balance of chocolatey goodness with a soft, rich texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, melted
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
For the Frosting:
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla, beating well.
- Stir in flour and mix until just combined. Fold in nuts if using.
- Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While brownies bake, prepare frosting: Mix butter, cocoa powder, milk, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Spread frosting over warm brownies and let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake them.
- Let frosting set for a glossy, smooth finish.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg