Ingredients
Brownies
- 1 cup butter (softened to room temperature)
- 2 cups sugar
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- 4 eggs
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Marshmallow Topping
- 10 ounces miniature marshmallows (about 1 package)
Chocolate Frosting
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Batter: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened butter with sugar and cocoa powder until smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after adding each egg to ensure an even, smooth batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until well incorporated.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Lightly grease a large half-sheet baking pan (approximately 18 x 13 x 1 inches).
- Spread Batter: Pour and spread the brownie batter evenly over the prepared pan.
- Bake Brownies: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 22 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately cover the entire surface with miniature marshmallows.
- Melt Marshmallows: Return the pan to the oven for an additional 3 minutes or until the marshmallows soften and puff up.
- Cool Brownies: Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely at room temperature before frosting.
- Make Frosting: In a separate bowl, mix together softened butter, milk, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or milk if necessary.
- Frost Brownies: Spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the cooled brownies and cut into bars to serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for best mixing results.
- Do not overbake the brownies to keep them fudgy and moist.
- Ensure marshmallows are added immediately after baking so they melt properly.
- Adjust frosting thickness by adding milk to thin or powdered sugar to thicken.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a nuttier flavor, consider adding chopped nuts to the batter before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American