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One-Bowl Mini Football Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: About 40 mini football brownies

Description

These One-Bowl Mini Football Brownies are rich, fudgy, and perfectly portioned for game day or any party. Featuring a decadent chocolate batter baked to chewy perfection and decorated with vanilla buttercream laces to resemble mini footballs, they’re both delicious and festive. The recipe is straightforward, using a microwave to melt the chocolate and butter, with simple mixing steps and quick baking, ideal for chocolate lovers looking for a fun treat.

Ingredients

Brownies

  • 170 grams unsalted butter, sliced into chunks (3/4 cup)
  • 114 grams bittersweet chocolate, chopped (4 ounces)
  • 72 grams Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted (3/4 cup)
  • 150 grams granulated sugar (3/4 cup)
  • 158 grams dark brown sugar, packed (3/4 cup)
  • 60 grams neutral oil (canola, vegetable, or avocado) (1/4 cup)
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 80 grams all-purpose flour (2/3 cup)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt

Vanilla Buttercream

  • 60 grams unsalted butter, softened (1/4 cup)
  • 120 grams powdered sugar, sifted (1 cup)
  • 15 milliliters whole milk (1 tablespoon), plus more as needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Brownie Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or baking spray and line the pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Place the unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
  3. Add Cocoa and Sugars: Stir in the sifted Dutch-process cocoa powder. Using a hand mixer, beat until very smooth. Add granulated sugar and dark brown sugar and beat until combined and beginning to dissolve, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate Oil, Espresso, and Vanilla: Mix in the neutral oil, espresso powder if using, and vanilla extract.
  5. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, turning the mixer to high and beating until the mixture lightens in color and texture, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Fold in Flour and Salt: Gently fold the all-purpose flour and Kosher salt into the batter until no flour streaks remain.
  7. Bake Brownies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 16-20 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly underdone. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick between edge and center—should have a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Chill: Allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to firm up for easier slicing.
  9. Cut Mini Footballs: Grease a mini football-shaped cookie cutter and cut out as many brownies as possible. Clean the cutter between cuts to keep edges neat. Expect about 40 mini brownies.
  10. Make Vanilla Buttercream: In a medium bowl, beat softened butter and half the powdered sugar with a hand mixer until fluffy. Add remaining powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
  11. Add Milk, Vanilla, and Salt: Mix in the whole milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whip on high for 3-4 minutes until frosting is super light and fluffy. Add extra milk 1 teaspoon at a time if too thick.
  12. Decorate Brownies: Fit a piping bag with a small round tip (Wilton #2 recommended) and fill with vanilla buttercream. Pipe a long horizontal line across each brownie, then pipe 3 vertical lines over the horizontal to create football laces. Repeat for all brownies and serve.

Notes

  • Chilling brownies before cutting helps achieve cleaner, neater football shapes.
  • If you don’t have a mini football cookie cutter, use any small football-shaped cutter or carefully cut squares and decorate them similarly.
  • Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Use room temperature eggs to ensure the batter emulsifies properly and gives a light texture.
  • Adjust milk in buttercream frosting to reach desired piping consistency.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/one-bowl-mini-football-brownies-recipe/