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Brownie Birthday Cake Bars


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful brownie bars that combine fudgy goodness with celebratory cake flair, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Chocolate frosting (for topping)
  • Sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Melt the butter in a large bowl. Mix in the sugar until smooth.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix!
  6. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow it to cool completely before frosting with chocolate frosting and decorating with sprinkles.
  9. Cut into bars and serve to raving fans!

Notes

For extra moist brownie bars, try underbaking them slightly. Incorporate nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: brownies, birthday cake, dessert bars, chocolate, easy recipes