Save to Pinterest Festive, fudgy brownie bites topped with vibrant green frosting and sprinkles, these quick Christmas tree hats are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a fun project with kids.
I love making these during the holiday season because they bring out the festive spirit and my kids enjoy decorating each brownie hat.
Ingredients
- For the Brownies: 120 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 70 g (2/3 cup) all-purpose flour, 40 g (1/3 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 tsp salt
- For Decoration: 100 g (3.5 oz) white chocolate melted, Green gel food coloring, 12 strawberries (hulled washed and dried), Assorted sprinkles and/or edible stars, 12 small marshmallows (optional for hat base)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a square 20x20 cm (8x8-inch) baking pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave let cool slightly.
- Step 3:
- In a bowl whisk together melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla whisking until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Sift in flour cocoa powder and salt. Mix gently until just combined.
- Step 5:
- Pour batter into prepared pan smoothing the top. Bake for 20 25 minutes until set but fudgy. Cool completely in the pan.
- Step 6:
- Once cool cut brownies into 12 squares.
- Step 7:
- In a small bowl tint melted white chocolate with green food coloring.
- Step 8:
- Place a marshmallow on each brownie square if using then set a strawberry (pointed side up) on top to form the hat.
- Step 9:
- Spoon or pipe green chocolate over each strawberry to resemble a Christmas tree. Decorate immediately with sprinkles and/or edible stars.
- Step 10:
- Let set for 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until chocolate hardens.
Save to Pinterest These Christmas tree brownie hats always bring smiles at our family holiday parties and have become a beloved tradition.
Required Tools
20x20 cm (8x8-inch) baking pan Mixing bowls Whisk Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl Parchment paper Knife Piping bag or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs milk (butter white chocolate) wheat (flour). May contain Soy (in white chocolate) nuts (if added or in chocolate). Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 185 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 2 g per serving.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy making these festive treats that are as fun to decorate as they are to eat.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I achieve a fudgy brownie texture?
Use the correct ratios of butter, sugar, and cocoa powder and bake just until set to keep brownies moist and fudgy.
- → What is the purpose of tinting the white chocolate green?
Green-tinted white chocolate creates a vibrant frosting that visually resembles Christmas tree foliage on top of the strawberries.
- → Can I prepare these brownies ahead of time?
Yes, brownies can be baked and cooled in advance. Assemble the decorative toppings shortly before serving to keep them fresh.
- → Are there any suggested substitutions for dietary restrictions?
For dairy-free or vegan versions, substitute butter with vegan alternatives and use egg replacers.
- → How do marshmallows enhance the finished treat?
Marshmallows act as a soft base that stabilizes the strawberry 'hat' and adds a chewy texture contrast.