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Christmas Tree Brownies

Delightful brownie triangles resembling decorated Christmas trees, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 box brownie mix Choose your favorite brand or make from scratch.
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Adds moisture and richness.
  • 1/4 cup water Essential for brownie batter consistency.
  • 2 large eggs Binding agents that help give structure.
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Optional, for extra chocolate flavor.
Decorations
  • 1 cup green frosting Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup red and green sprinkles For a sparkly and colorful finish.
  • 1/2 cup mini M&M’s or crushed candy canes For decoration on top.
  • optional powdered sugar For dusting to add a snowy effect.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix your brownie batter according to the package instructions, adding mini chocolate chips for extra fudginess.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread it out evenly. Bake according to the package instructions (about 20-25 minutes) until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Decorating
  1. Cut the cooled brownies into triangles to resemble Christmas trees.
  2. Spread green frosting generously on each brownie triangle.
  3. Decorate with red and green sprinkles, mini M&Ms, and crushed candy canes.
  4. Optional: Lightly dust with powdered sugar to simulate fresh snow.
Serving
  1. Serve and enjoy these delightful treats at your holiday gatherings!

Notes

Consider drizzling white chocolate over the frosting for elegance. Include kids in the decoration process for unique designs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.