When you live alone, you don’t need big batches of prepared foods and desserts. Here's a quick and easy frosting recipe that would work great on brownies, and it only yields 1/2 cup.

In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon melted butter, 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon baking cocoa, 1 tablespoon milk and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and spreadable. This frosting could be used on cupcakes or cookies, too.

Published 06/03/09