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DINER NOSTALGIA
My Fudgy Brownies Taste Like a Chocolate Malt from an Old-School Diner
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5.0 (450)|(2 Reviews)Dense, chewy dark chocolate brownies infused with malted milk powder and chocolate chips.
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By Melissa Knific (Recipe Developer)•Published April 27, 2026
⏱ 1 hr (incl. cooling)
Simply Recipes / Melissa Knific🔥 240 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Malted milk powder brings toasty, buttery malt depth to cocoa.
- Signature shiny papery crinkle top every time.
DINER NOSTALGIA
My Fudgy Brownies Taste Like a Chocolate Malt from an Old-School Diner
Adding 1/2 cup of Carnation malted milk powder transforms ordinary brownies into the nostalgic flavor of a 1950s soda fountain chocolate malt shake. Fudgy, dense, and finished with a paper-thin crinkly crust. Difficulty: Easy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time1 hr (incl. cooling)
Servings16 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted & 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder & 1/2 cup malted milk powder
- 3 large eggs & 1 tsp vanilla & 3/4 cup all-purpose flour & 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
1
Beat butter, sugar, and eggs
Whisk melted butter and sugar vigorously with eggs for 2 minutes until glossy and thickened.
2
Fold dry ingredients
Fold in cocoa powder, malted milk powder, flour, and salt. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
3
Bake until shiny and fudgy
Bake in parchment-lined 8x8 pan at 350°F (175°C) for 28–30 minutes until edges are set and center is moist.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Vigorously beating the eggs with the hot melted butter and sugar is the proven science behind the papery shiny crust.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories240 kcal
Protein4g
Carbs32g
Total Fat12g
Sodium: 110mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
