THREE-LAYER CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Three-Layer Chocolate Brownies image

I often serve these hearty, cake-like brownies with a fork for easier eating. The oatmeal crust, fudgy filling and chocolate frosting make them a hit wherever I take them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1/2 cup butter
2 ounces semisweet chocolate
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon 2% milk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; beat on low speed until blended. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate. Remove from the heat; stir in the sugar, eggs, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually stir into the chocolate mixture until smooth. Pour over crust. , Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top springs back when lightly touched. Cool on wire rack. , In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cooled brownies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.