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Lunch Lady Brownies (Easy Box Mix Recipe)

These lunch lady brownies are rich, fudgy, and topped with a smooth chocolate frosting that melts right into the top. Made with a simple box mix and a few easy upgrades, they taste just like the classic school brownies, only better.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword frosted brownies, lunch lady brownies
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 20
Author Jesseca

Ingredients

Brownies

  • 1 box brownie mix fudgy style recommended
  • 2 large eggs
  • Brewed coffee replace the water called for on the box
  • Oil as listed on the box instructions

Frosting

  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven according to the box directions. Line a 1/4 sheet pan (about 9x13) with parchment or lightly grease.
  • In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, coffee, and oil. Stir just until combined.
  • Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for15-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly soft. Times will vary depending on pan size. Watch closely and pull out slightly early.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Pour the frosting over the warm brownies and spread evenly. Let cool completely before slicing.

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Notes

  • Pan sizes: A 9x13 (1/4 sheet pan) gives you thinner, classic lunch lady brownies. A slightly smaller pan will make thicker brownies and may need a few extra minutes of bake time.
  • For extra fudgy brownies: Don’t overbake. Pull them when the center still looks slightly underdone.
  • Coffee swap: You won’t taste the coffee, it just enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • Frosting tip: Spread while the brownies are still warm for that classic, slightly set top layer.