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Freshly baked Lunchroom Ladies Brownies served on a plate with a glass of milk.
Aria Belle

Lunchroom Ladies Brownies 50 year old recipe

Indulge in the nostalgia of Lunchroom Ladies Brownies with this 50-year-old recipe! Easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion! 🍫✨
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American-inspired comfort food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour A key base for that chewy texture.
  • 1 cup Cocoa powder Adds rich chocolate flavor; use unsweetened for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Gives the brownies a little lift for a perfect texture.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Provides richness; use unsalted for better control over saltiness.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar Sweetens the brownies and helps create a fudgy consistency.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Enhances moisture and adds a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Bind ingredients together and contribute to the fudgy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds depth and enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips For extra chocolatey goodness; choose semi-sweet or dark.

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking pan Greased for easy removal of brownies.
  • 1 Saucepan For melting butter.

Method
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect all ingredients: 1 cup of unsalted butter, 2 cups of sugar, 4 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it nice and warm for baking.
Step 3: Melt the Butter
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir it gently until it’s completely melted and smooth.
Step 4: Mix in Sugar and Eggs
  1. Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the sugar until well combined, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Step 5: Add Vanilla
  1. Pour in the vanilla extract and give it a good stir to incorporate all the flavors.
Step 6: Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Step 7: Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Don’t overmix; a little lumpiness is okay!
Step 8: Pour into Baking Pan
  1. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and pour the brownie batter into it, spreading it evenly.
Step 9: Bake
  1. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Keep an eye on them; they’re done when a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Step 10: Cool and Cut
  1. Let the brownies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Step 11: Enjoy!
  1. Serve your delicious brownies warm or at room temperature. Enjoy the sweet nostalgia!