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Gooey Root Beer Float Brownies

Gooey Root Beer Float Brownies for Sweet Nostalgic Joy

Indulge in nostalgic Gooey Root Beer Float Brownies, blending rich chocolate with classic root beer flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Flour Provides structure
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Imparts rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Adds richness
  • 1/2 cup Butter Provides moisture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens brownies
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds chewiness
  • 3 large Eggs Binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Root Beer Extract Intensifies root beer flavor
  • 1/4 cup High-quality Root Beer For reduction
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens
  • 1/2 cup Butter Creates smooth texture
For Serving
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream Classic pairing
  • Chocolate Sauce For drizzling
  • Whipped Cream Adds creaminess
  • Nuts For crunch
  • Maraschino Cherries Colorful topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Double boiler or microwave
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Reduce 1/4 cup of high-quality root beer in a small saucepan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until syrupy.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  4. Melt butter and semisweet chocolate chips together in a double boiler or microwave.
  5. Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until thick and creamy.
  6. Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
  7. Incorporate the dry mixture and root beer reduction until smooth.
  8. Spread batter into prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  9. Cool brownies in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Beat softened butter with powdered sugar, then add root beer reduction and extract for frosting.
  11. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and chill for 30 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality root beer for best flavor and make sure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.

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