Hershey S Best Brownies Recipe

Ingredients for Hershey S Best Brownies

How to Make Hershey S Best Brownies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
3. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter in the microwave. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
4. Stir in 2 cups granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating well with a spoon after each addition.
6. Add 1 cup unsweetened Hershey's cocoa powder.
7. Beat until completely smooth.
8. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
9. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
10. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
11. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
12. Let the brownies cool slightly before adding the icing.
13. While brownies are still warm, spread the icing evenly over the top.
14. Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.
15. For the Icing:
16. Melt ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
17. Whisk in 2 tablespoons unsweetened Hershey's cocoa powder, and 2 cups powdered sugar until smooth.
18. The icing will be thick but will thin out as it melts on the warm brownies, creating a luscious chocolate glaze.