Easy Chocolate Icing Recipe for Brownies

Brownies are a delicious treat, but they can be even better with a decadent chocolate icing. This recipe is simple to follow and produces a rich and flavorful icing that will make your brownies irresistible.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
5. Let the brownies cool completely before frosting.

Chocolate Icing

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
2. Let the icing cool slightly, then spread it over the cooled brownies. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

FAQ

Q: Why are my brownies dry and crumbly?

There are a few reasons why your brownies might be dry and crumbly. First, make sure that you are using the right ingredients. Brownies should be made with all-purpose flour, not cake flour. Cake flour is a low-protein flour that will produce a more tender, cake-like brownie. Second, make sure that you are not overbaking your brownies. Brownies are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will dry out your brownies. Finally, make sure that you are letting your brownies cool completely before frosting them. Frosting a warm brownie will cause it to become dry and crumbly.

Q: How do make chocolate icing that is not too sweet?

To make chocolate icing that is not too sweet, use a combination of semisweet and bittersweet chocolate chips. Semisweet chocolate is sweeter than bittersweet chocolate, so using a combination of the two will help to balance out the sweetness. You can also reduce the amount of sugar in the icing recipe.

Q: What are some other ways to use chocolate icing?

Chocolate icing can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and other desserts. It can also be used as a filling for cookies or doughnuts.

Q: How long will chocolate icing keep?

Chocolate icing will keep for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Pros of Using This Recipe

• Easy to follow instructions
• Makes a rich and fudgy icing
• Uses simple ingredients that are easy to find
• Not too sweet

Tips for Making the Best Brownies

• Use good-quality chocolate chips.
• Melt the chocolate and butter together slowly over low heat.
• Do not overbake the brownies.
• Let the brownies cool completely before frosting