Description
These Fudgy Football Brownies are rich, moist chocolate treats perfect for game day or any chocolate craving. Shaped like footballs and decorated with white icing laces, they deliver a deliciously fudgy texture and classic chocolate flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup 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
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Decoration
- White icing or melted white chocolate for football laces
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8 by 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the granulated sugar, large eggs, and vanilla extract until you achieve a smooth mixture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined to form the brownie batter. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter for extra bursts of chocolate in your brownies.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to spread it smoothly. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, testing with a toothpick inserted in the center. For fudgy brownies, the toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool Completely: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan to set properly and make cutting easier.
- Cut and Decorate: Once cooled, cut the brownies into football-shaped rectangles or ovals. Use white icing or melted white chocolate to pipe laces on top of each brownie, mimicking the look of a football.
Notes
- For extra fudginess, you can slightly underbake the brownies and allow them to set as they cool.
- Use a football-shaped cookie cutter for uniform shapes, or cut freehand for a rustic look.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
