Express Christmas Tree Brownies (Print Version)

Fudgy brownie bites with green frosting and sprinkles ideal for festive occasions.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Brownies

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Decoration

08 - 3.5 ounces white chocolate, melted
09 - Green gel food coloring
10 - 12 strawberries, hulled, washed, and dried
11 - Assorted sprinkles and/or edible stars
12 - 12 small marshmallows (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Melt butter in a small saucepan or microwave and allow to cool slightly.
03 - Whisk melted butter and sugar together until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, continuing to whisk until fully incorporated.
04 - Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then gently fold into wet mixture until just combined.
05 - Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until set but fudgy. Cool completely in pan.
06 - Once cooled, cut brownies into 12 equal squares.
07 - Tint melted white chocolate with green gel food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
08 - Place one marshmallow on each brownie square, if using. Set a strawberry upright on top as the hat point.
09 - Spoon or pipe green chocolate over strawberries to mimic a Christmas tree shape. Immediately garnish with sprinkles or edible stars.
10 - Allow chocolate to set at room temperature for 10 minutes or refrigerate briefly until firm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make
  • Fun holiday treat for kids
02 -
  • Adding chopped walnuts adds a nice crunchy texture.
  • Substitute vegan butter and egg substitute for a dairy-free and vegan version.
03 -
  • Ensure brownies are completely cool before decorating to prevent melting.
  • Use a piping bag for cleaner frosting application.
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