Frosted Christmas Tree and Santa Brownies Recipe

Introduction

These Frosted Brownies are a festive and delicious treat perfect for the holiday season. With rich, fudgy brownies topped with colorful frosting and sprinkles, they make a cheerful dessert that’s easy to assemble and fun to decorate.

Ingredients

• 2 boxes of brownie mix, or a double batch of homemade brownies
• 1 to 3 jars white frosting
• Edible gel food coloring (or natural alternative with no artificial dyes)
• Edible gold stars
• White pearl sprinkles
• Icing bags
• Frosting tips (large star tip, such as 1M)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix instructions. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
2. Step 2: Prepare both brownie mixes (or your double batch) and pour the batter evenly into the springform pan.
3. Step 3: Bake as directed on the package, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Step 4: Allow the brownies to cool completely, then remove them from the springform pan and place on a cutting board.
5. Step 5: Cut the cooled brownies into 8 triangle-shaped pieces.
6. Step 6: In two small bowls, tint portions of the white frosting with red and green gel food coloring separately.
7. Step 7: Fill icing bags with the red, green, and remaining white frosting, each fitted with your chosen frosting tip.
8. Step 8: Decorate the brownies: create Christmas tree shapes using green frosting topped with white pearl sprinkles and edible gold stars, and make Santa Claus hat designs with red and white frosting.
9. Step 9: Serve and enjoy your festive frosted brownies!

Tips & Variations

• For a natural coloring option, use beet juice or spinach powder instead of gel food coloring.
• Try adding chopped nuts to your brownie batter for extra texture.
• If you don’t have a springform pan, a regular 9×9-inch baking pan will work—just cut the brownies into squares instead.
• Use different frosting tips to create unique textures and designs on your brownies.

Storage

Store the frosted brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, bring frozen brownies to room temperature or warm slightly in the microwave for a few seconds.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade brownies instead of boxed mix?

Absolutely! This recipe works perfectly with a double batch of your favorite homemade brownies.

How do I prevent the frosting from melting on warm brownies?

Make sure the brownies are completely cooled before frosting. If the brownies are warm, the frosting can melt and lose shape.

Frosted Christmas Tree and Santa Brownies Recipe

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These Frosted Brownies are a festive and fun dessert perfect for holiday celebrations. Inspired by Christmas themes, they feature classic rich brownies topped with colorful, creamy frosting and decorated with edible gold stars and pearl sprinkles to look like Christmas trees and Santa hats. Easy to make from boxed or homemade brownies, this recipe adds a playful twist to a beloved treat.

• Author: Amaya
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 8 brownies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Brownies

• 2 Boxes of Brownie Mix or a double batch of homemade brownies

Frosting & Decorations

• 1 to 3 jars of White Frosting
• Edible Gel Food Coloring (red and green, or alternative natural no artificial dye food coloring)
• Edible Gold Stars
• White Pearl Sprinkles
• Icing Bags
• Frosting Tips (large star tip, e.g., 1M)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven as instructed on the brownie mix box. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Mix and Bake Brownies: Combine the contents of both brownie mix boxes or prepare your homemade brownie batter double batch. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. Bake according to package directions or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Cool and Cut Brownies: Once baked, allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Then remove the springform ring, place the brownies on a cutting board, and slice them into 8 triangular pieces to mimic tree shapes.
4. Prepare Colored Frosting: In separate small bowls, mix white frosting with red gel food coloring in one bowl and with green gel food coloring in another. Leave some frosting white for variety.
5. Fill Icing Bags: Spoon the red, green, and remaining white frosting into individual icing bags fitted with large star tips such as the 1M tip for easy decorating.
6. Decorate Brownies: Use the green frosting to pipe Christmas tree designs on some brownies. Garnish with white pearl sprinkles and edible gold stars to resemble ornaments and tree toppers. Use a combination of red and white frosting to decorate other brownies as Santa Claus hats.
7. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange your decorated brownies on a festive plate and serve them to guests or family for a delightful holiday treat.

Notes

• You can substitute boxed brownies with your favorite homemade recipe for a more personalized flavor.
• Adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve your desired frosting color intensity.
• Use piping bags and various tips for creative decorating beyond the suggested star tip.
• Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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