Basketball Brownies are a delightful treat, perfect for game nights or sports-themed parties. These fudgy delights topped with orange icing and chocolate lines resemble basketballs, making them both fun and delicious!
Butter provides a rich, moist texture, essential for that fudgy brownie feel. Granulated sugar sweetens the batter and helps achieve a crackly top. Eggs add structure and richness, binding everything together. A splash of vanilla extract enhances the chocolate flavor. All-purpose flour gives the brownies their structure but keeps them tender. Unsweetened cocoa powder is the star, delivering intense chocolate flavor. A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate. Semi-sweet chocolate chips add extra bursts of chocolatey goodness throughout. Orange icing not only adds a zesty contrast but also gives the brownies their basketball look. Finally, melted chocolate chips are used to draw the defining basketball lines on top.
Basketball Brownies are perfect when served at a sports-themed party or as a fun dessert for a game night. Pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a cold glass of milk for a comforting treat. They're also a great addition to a dessert buffet, adding a touch of whimsy and color.
First, preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan, ensuring the brownies won’t stick. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, remove it from the heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring just until everything is well combined. Be mindful not to overmix. Now fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before moving to the next step.
Once cooled, use a round cookie cutter to cut out circle shapes from the brownies. Spread a thin layer of orange icing over each brownie circle. To finish, melt some chocolate chips and use them to draw basketball lines on top. Let the icing set before serving these fun, thematic treats.
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