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Root Beer Float Brownies

Decadent Root Beer Float Brownies Everyone Will Love

These Root Beer Float Brownies bring nostalgic flavors to dessert, impressing friends and family with their rich taste and creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Use Dutch-processed cocoa for deeper taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can substitute with table salt.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate Chips Substitute with more semisweet chocolate if preferred.
  • 1 cup Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 large Eggs Consider using flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugars can be swapped.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Substitute with bourbon vanilla for extra kick.
  • 1 cup Root Beer Use your favorite brand for best taste.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free frosting.
  • 2 cups Confectioners Sugar Can blend with a sugar alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Root Beer Use the same brand as in the brownies.
  • 1 teaspoon Root Beer Extract Optional, but recommended for stronger taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and kosher salt until well-blended.
  3. Combine the semisweet and white chocolate chips with butter in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  5. Gently mix in the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until well combined. Alternate adding dry ingredients and root beer until just combined.
  6. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
  7. Remove the brownies from the oven and cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30-45 minutes.
  8. For the frosting, beat together the butter and confectioners sugar until smooth, then add root beer and root beer extract until well combined.
  9. Once cooled, frost the brownies using an offset spatula and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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