Football-Themed Brownies
These Football-Themed Brownies combine rich chocolate flavor with a fun football design, making them an unforgettable treat for game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup Unsalted butter Melted
- 2 cups Granulated sugar Stirred until glossy
- 4 large Large eggs Added one at a time
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For enhanced flavor
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Sifted
- 1 cup Cocoa powder Unsweetened
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt To balance sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder For leavening
Decoration
- 1 container Chocolate frosting For topping
- 1 container White icing For piping football shapes
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over low heat.
- Stir in 2 cups of granulated sugar until the mixture is glossy.
- Add 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, sift together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Baking and Decorating
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges pull away slightly and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
- Spread a layer of chocolate frosting over the cooled brownies.
- Using white icing, pipe football shapes on top for decoration.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
For a richer chocolate flavor, consider melting chocolate along with the butter. Brown sugar can replace some granulated sugar for a caramel-like taste. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.