Chewy Fudgy Frosted Brownies

pan. Bake for 3235 minutes or until the top appears set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist not wet crumbs. All ovens are different so keep an eye on your brownies. Check them at 30 minutes. Mine usually take 32 minutes. Tip Err on the side of underbaking because brownies continue to set as they cool.
Place the pan on a wire rack and cool brownies for 1 to 2 hours. Once cooled lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper on the sides. Set aside as you make the frosting.
Make the frosting With a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment beat the butter on medium speed until creamy about 2 minutes. Add confectioners sugar cocoa powder heavy creammilk vanilla extract and salt. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds then increase to high speed and beat for 1 full minute. Taste. Beat in another pinch of salt if desired.
Spread over mostly cooled brownies its ok if the brownies are still a bit warm. I usually use an offset spatula to spread the frosting. Cut into squares. For neat squares I use a very long and sharp knife and wipe it clean with a paper towel after each cut.
Unfrosted brownies stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week. Frosted brownies stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.