Best Brownies

Best Brownies (makes 16 brownies) 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup butter 1 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs Frosting: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons butter, softened 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup confectioners' sugar 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square pan. In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Remove from heat, and stir in sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat in 1/3 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup flour, salt, and baking powder. Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Do not overcook. To Make Frosting: Combine 3 tablespoons softened butter, 3 tablespoons cocoa, honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup confectioners' sugar. Stir until smooth. Frost brownies while they are still warm.