Chocolate Frosted Brownies

Chocolate Frosted Brownies

**Ingredients:**

#### For the Brownies:
– 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

For the Frosting:

– 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
– 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2-3 tablespoons milk (as needed)

**Instructions:**

1. **Preheat Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. **Prepare Brownie Batter:**
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

3. **Combine Dry Ingredients:**
Add the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder to the saucepan and mix until just combined.

4. **Bake:**
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.

5. **Prepare Frosting:**
In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.

6. **Frost Brownies:**
Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.

7. **Serve:**
Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your delicious chocolate frosted brownies!

These brownies are rich, fudgy, and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting that makes them irresistible. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a perfect treat.