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Root Beer Float Brownies

Root Beer Float Brownies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Treat

Enjoy a delightful twist on classic brownies with these Root Beer Float Brownies, featuring rich chocolate and root beer flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Flour can use gluten-free flour blend
  • ¾ cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened recommended
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt use regular salt if needed
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips dark chocolate can be used
  • ½ cup White Chocolate Chips optional
  • ½ cup Butter use vegan for dairy-free
  • 3 large Eggs can use flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Root Beer any brand
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup Butter softened
  • 2 cups Confectioners Sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Root Beer
  • 1 teaspoon Root Beer Extract check the spice aisle

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Root Beer Float Brownies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and kosher salt.
  3. Melt chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
  4. Beat eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together until fluffy.
  5. Add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture gently.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture and root beer, mixing gently until combined.
  7. Pour batter into prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  8. Beat butter and confectioners’ sugar, then add root beer and extract to make the frosting.
  9. Once cooled, spread frosting over the brownies evenly.
  10. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For additional fun, consider garnishing with whipped cream and root beer float toppings.

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