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!
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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Yvonne says
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
Summer Rumsey says
Oh these look so good – we love brownies here and I really want to try these – pinning!
Courtney Killpack says
Lunch ladies are the best! And so are these brownies! Love how fudgy and delicious they look! Thanks so much for sharing!
Becky says
Mmm! These look really good. I love how simple the recipe is. Pinned!
Aimee @ Like Mother Like Daughter says
Yum! These brownies look delicious. And I love the backstory behind them. PS. Almond extract in the frosting? Genius!
Vanessa Barker says
Ok, these look so amazing. Thanks so much for sharing. I’m gonna make them for dessert this weekend.
Allison Miller says
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
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
Awesome! I’m excited to hear what you think of them!
Amy says
I’m assuming that you use all purpose flour not self rising since it didn’t specify?
Allison Miller says
Great question! Yes, all purpose flour. Thanks, I’ll add that to the recipe!
Tatana says
The brownies are in the oven now. Waiting. 🙂
Tatana says
Very sweet treat. Nuts would be a very good add-on.
Allison Miller says
I’m glad you liked them! Thanks for letting me know!
Cathy Wright says
Do you use unsweetend cocoa?
Alli says
Hi, Cathy! Yes, I use unsweetened cocoa. Just any brand you can find in the baking aisle.
Phyllis Jaco says
I have these babies in the oven right now. Frosting made and ready to top. Can’t wait !
Alli says
Yay!!! I hope they were so yummy!
Maria says
I’m assuming there is an issue on my end with the recipe? I don’t see the frosting ingredients anywhere on your page?
Alli says
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.