Get ready to score a major touchdown at your next watch party with these incredible Football Brownies! Forget the boxed mix; this recipe delivers ultra-fudgy, rich, and chewy brownies from scratch, and they are surprisingly simple to make. We’re talking a one-bowl wonder that will have everyone cheering. Topped with a simple chocolate frosting and classic white laces, they are the most festive and delicious way to celebrate game day.
Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl bash or just enjoying a Sunday afternoon game, these brownies are the perfect grab-and-go dessert. They look impressive but are secretly easy, making you the MVP of the party. Let’s bake up some team spirit!
Adding the final touch to bring these game day treats to life!
Why This is the Winning Football Brownies Recipe
In a huddle of game day desserts, this Football Brownies recipe stands out. Here’s why you’ll be making it for every single game:
Unbelievably Fudgy: We use both melted chocolate and cocoa powder for a deep, complex chocolate flavor and an incredibly moist, fudgy texture that’s simply unbeatable.
One-Bowl Simplicity: Clean-up is a breeze! The brownie batter comes together in a single bowl, meaning less time washing dishes and more time enjoying the game.
Perfectly Festive: With a simple decorating technique, you can easily transform these delicious brownies into adorable little footballs that will be the star of your snack table.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare these brownies a day or two in advance to save you time and stress on game day. They stay perfectly fresh and delicious!
Key Ingredients for Success
The best part about these from-scratch brownies is that they use simple, pantry-staple ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need to assemble your all-star lineup:
For the Fudgy Brownies:
Unsalted Butter: Melted with the chocolate, butter provides richness and that signature fudgy texture.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: The foundation of our deep chocolate flavor. Using quality chocolate makes a huge difference.
Granulated & Brown Sugar: A combination of both sugars provides the perfect sweetness, moisture, and that classic crinkly top.
Eggs: Essential for binding the ingredients and adding richness.
All-Purpose Flour: Just enough to give the brownies structure without making them cakey.
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: This enhances the chocolate flavor, making it richer and more intense.
Vanilla Extract & Salt: These are flavor boosters that you should never skip!
For the Chocolate Frosting & Laces:
Powdered Sugar: The base for our smooth, creamy frosting.
Cocoa Powder: Gives the frosting its chocolatey goodness.
Milk or Cream: To create the perfect spreading consistency.
White Icing: A simple tube of store-bought white decorating icing is the easiest way to pipe on the football laces.
How to Make Football Brownies: A Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these simple steps to create the most valuable treat on your game day menu. This process is straightforward and guarantees delicious results every time.
The secret to these brownies? A rich, fudgy texture that everyone will love.
Step 1: Prep Your Equipment
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. This overhang will act as handles, making it easy to lift the brownies out of the pan later.
Step 2: Melt Chocolate and Butter
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat it.
Step 3: Mix the Brownie Batter
Whisk the granulated and brown sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix! Finally, fold in the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer. Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, but not wet batter. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting. This is a crucial step for clean cuts!
Step 5: Cut and Frost
Once cooled, use the parchment paper handles to lift the brownie slab out of the pan. Use a football-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the brownie shapes. While the brownies cool, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach a thick but spreadable consistency. Spread a thin, even layer of frosting over each football-shaped brownie.
Step 6: Decorate!
Using your tube of white decorating icing with a small round tip, carefully pipe the laces onto each brownie. Start with a long line down the middle, and then add three to four smaller horizontal lines across the center line. Let the icing set for about 30 minutes before serving.
Pro Tips for the Best Game Day Brownies
Want to guarantee a flawless victory? Here are some expert tips for making your Football Brownies:
Don’t Overbake: The key to a truly fudgy brownie is to slightly underbake it. Keep a close eye on it and pull it from the oven as soon as the toothpick test shows moist crumbs.
Chill for Clean Cuts: For perfectly clean-cut shapes, chill the entire slab of cooled brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using your cookie cutter.
Use a Plastic Knife: If you don’t have a cookie cutter and are cutting squares, a plastic knife often yields cleaner cuts than a metal one.
Delicious Variations to Try
While this classic recipe is a certified winner, you can easily customize it. Here are a few ideas:
Peanut Butter Power Play: Swirl a few tablespoons of creamy peanut butter into the batter before baking for a delicious chocolate-peanut butter combo.
Salted Caramel Touchdown: Drizzle the finished brownies with salted caramel sauce for an extra layer of decadence. If you love caramel, you might also enjoy this recipe for Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark.
Nutty Addition: Add a cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter for a delightful crunch.
Your Game Day Dessert Headquarters
A great snack spread is key to any successful party. These Football Brownies pair perfectly with other fan favorites. For a savory counterpart, consider setting up a Football Snack Board loaded with goodies, or serve up some irresistible Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Football Bread (coming soon). And for the ultimate dip, you can never go wrong with a classic Buffalo Chicken Dip (coming soon).
Absolutely! These brownies are perfect for making ahead. You can bake and store the undecorated brownie slab, tightly covered, at room temperature for up to 2 days. Simply frost and decorate a few hours before your party.
No problem! Simply cut the brownies into traditional squares or rectangles. You can still pipe the white icing laces on top to give them a festive football theme.
Yes, if you’re short on time, you can use your favorite boxed brownie mix. Prepare the mix according to the package directions, then follow the instructions for cutting, frosting, and decorating.
For the cleanest cuts, it’s essential to let the brownies cool completely. For even better results, chill the slab of brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using the cookie cutter. This helps firm them up for perfect shapes.
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Football Brownies: The Ultimate Game Day Treat
Score a touchdown with these ultra-fudgy, from-scratch Football Brownies! This easy, one-bowl recipe creates the perfect chewy brownie, topped with chocolate frosting and decorated to look like little footballs for the ultimate game day dessert.
1 Football-shaped cookie cutter Optional, can also cut into squares.
1 Large Mixing Bowl
Method
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
Whisk the granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted chocolate mixture. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper. Use a football-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the brownie shapes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Add more milk by the teaspoon if needed to reach a thick, spreadable consistency.
Spread a thin layer of chocolate frosting over each brownie. Use the white decorating icing to pipe laces onto each football. Let the icing set before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalProtein: 3gFat: 14gFiber: 2g
Notes
Do Not Overbake: For the fudgiest texture, err on the side of underbaking. The brownies will continue to set as they cool. Chill for Clean Cuts: For best results, chill the cooled slab of brownies for 30 minutes in the fridge before using the cookie cutter. Storage: Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
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