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Lunch Lady Brownies

October 8, 2013 By Alli 20 Comments

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Lunch Lady Brownies



A couple months ago when we were visiting family in Idaho I was at my parents’ house for dessert and games. Mom had made a batch of brownies that everyone told me I HAD to try. My mom said, “Even Che’ loves these brownies!” (Che’ is my twin sister’s husband and he is a lover of all things white chocolate. It was a pretty big thing for him to say he loved these brownies!)

They all weren’t kidding when they said this was one of the best brownies they’d ever tried. I was in love at first bite! These brownies are what heaven would taste like if it were made of chocolate. Seriously SO good! They’re so addicting and one of my very favorite chocolate desserts. And that’s saying a lot! The brownie itself is good on its own, but that frosting is a simply amazing. It’s that subtle almond extract flavor that my mom adds that makes the frosting so darn good!

And, let’s be honest, I had way more than one at this get-together. WAY more!

*History of the recipe: Years ago a lunch lady from Iona, ID came up with this amazing brownie recipe and served it in the cafeteria at Bonneville Jr. High. She also entered these brownies in local bake sales and fundraisers, because who wouldn’t want them? I’m proud to be a graduate of Bonneville High School up there in Idaho and have such a close connection to this recipe! So fun!

 

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Lunch Lady Brownies

Ingredients

  • 1 c. butter softened
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. cocoa
  • 2 c. flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 4 tsp. vanilla

For the Frosting

  • 1 c butter softened
  • 3 c powdered sugar
  • 1/4 c milk
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/8 tsp almond extract

Instructions

  • Cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla. Add cocoa and flour. Mix batter until smooth.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes at 350° in a greased 9x13 pan. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

For the Frosting

  • Use an electric hand mixer to blend butter until smooth; carefully add powdered sugar and mix.
  • Add milk, salt, and almond extract. Spread over cooled brownies, cut, and serve.

 

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Alli is the food blogger and photographer behind Cupcake Diaries. Nestled in Northern Utah with her four young boys, hubby, and a full pantry, she loves baking all kinds of treats as well as quick and easy meals for her family. What started out as sharing a few recipes with family members here and there soon turned into a full-functioning recipe blog with readers from all around the world! Alli is a full-time mom who enjoys music, holidays, and spending time with her family.
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Comments

  1. Yvonne says

    October 8, 2013 at 6:16 am

    These look so yummy! If a white chocolate lover can be converted.. I HAVE to try them.. and I already LOVE chocolate! Thanks for sharing – PINNED!

    Yvonne @ TriedandTasty.com

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  2. Summer Rumsey says

    October 8, 2013 at 6:25 am

    Oh these look so good – we love brownies here and I really want to try these – pinning!

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  3. Courtney Killpack says

    October 8, 2013 at 7:08 am

    Lunch ladies are the best! And so are these brownies! Love how fudgy and delicious they look! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  4. Becky says

    October 8, 2013 at 7:18 am

    Mmm! These look really good. I love how simple the recipe is. Pinned!

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  5. Aimee @ Like Mother Like Daughter says

    October 8, 2013 at 7:45 am

    Yum! These brownies look delicious. And I love the backstory behind them. PS. Almond extract in the frosting? Genius!

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  6. Vanessa Barker says

    March 21, 2014 at 8:19 am

    Ok, these look so amazing. Thanks so much for sharing. I’m gonna make them for dessert this weekend.

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    • Allison Miller says

      March 21, 2014 at 8:59 pm

      Yay! These are seriously my favorite brownie ever. And I know the almond extract is optional, but I love love love it in that frosting. I hope you like them!!

    • Frances Barker says

      January 26, 2015 at 12:39 pm

      I just love brownies and I’m going to have to try them for sure so then I can take them to my church for the wed. night diners and see if they go over big with them I will let you know.. Thanks For Sharing This Recipe….
      Frances Barker 🙂

    • Allison Miller says

      January 26, 2015 at 4:42 pm

      Awesome! I’m excited to hear what you think of them!

  7. Amy says

    July 22, 2014 at 5:36 pm

    I’m assuming that you use all purpose flour not self rising since it didn’t specify?

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    • Allison Miller says

      July 22, 2014 at 5:40 pm

      Great question! Yes, all purpose flour. Thanks, I’ll add that to the recipe!

  8. Tatana says

    October 1, 2014 at 8:18 pm

    The brownies are in the oven now. Waiting. 🙂

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  9. Tatana says

    October 1, 2014 at 8:53 pm

    Very sweet treat. Nuts would be a very good add-on.

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    • Allison Miller says

      October 5, 2014 at 9:02 pm

      I’m glad you liked them! Thanks for letting me know!

  10. Cathy Wright says

    March 9, 2016 at 6:01 am

    Do you use unsweetend cocoa?

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    • Alli says

      March 9, 2016 at 9:53 pm

      Hi, Cathy! Yes, I use unsweetened cocoa. Just any brand you can find in the baking aisle.

  11. Phyllis Jaco says

    March 17, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    I have these babies in the oven right now. Frosting made and ready to top. Can’t wait !

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    • Alli says

      March 20, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      Yay!!! I hope they were so yummy!

  12. Maria says

    December 30, 2017 at 5:48 pm

    I’m assuming there is an issue on my end with the recipe? I don’t see the frosting ingredients anywhere on your page?

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    • Alli says

      December 31, 2017 at 8:02 pm

      Hi Maria! It definitely wasn’t on your end. The frosting recipe wasn’t there. I’m so sorry about that! It’s there now.

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