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Christmas Tree Brownies

These festive brownies are transformed into charming Christmas tree shapes, adorned with vibrant green frosting and colorful sprinkles, making them a delightful centerpiece for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 box brownie mix The foundation of your treat, baked until perfectly fudgy.
  • 3 large eggs Typical ingredient needed for the brownie mix.
  • 1/2 cup oil Typical ingredient needed for the brownie mix.
  • 1/4 cup water Typical ingredient needed for the brownie mix.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional for an extra layer of chocolate bliss.
Frosting and Decorations
  • 1 cup green buttercream frosting The vibrant base for your Christmas trees.
  • 1/2 cup white frosting or icing To mimic the look of snow on your festive trees.
  • to taste red and yellow sprinkles To adorn your trees with colorful ornaments.
  • 1 mini star-shaped candies or a candy star The perfect topper for your holiday creations.
  • to taste edible glitter Optional for that extra sparkle.
  • to taste crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles Optional for added crunch and festive flair.

Method
 

Baking the Brownies
  1. Preheat the oven and whip up the brownie mix according to the package instructions.
  2. Combine the eggs, oil, and water in a bowl, and if desired, stir in the chocolate chips.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined baking pan and bake as directed.
  4. Let the brownies cool completely before decorating.
Cutting and Decorating
  1. Once the brownies are cool, cut them into tree shapes using a tree-shaped cookie cutter or square pieces.
  2. Spread the green buttercream frosting over each brownie piece to transform them into trees.
  3. Pipe white frosting at the base for a snowy effect and add red and yellow sprinkles as ornaments.
  4. Top each tree with a mini candy star, and optionally dust with edible glitter or additional sprinkles.
Serving
  1. Serve these delightful Christmas Tree Brownies to your friends and family and enjoy!

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder for enhanced flavor. Let butter cool before adding to avoid cooking the eggs. Experiment with different toppings or use premade frosting for convenience. Store in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze wrapped tightly for later use. Consider healthy swaps for a lighter version.