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Christmas Tree Chocolate Brownies

Bring the joy of the holidays into your kitchen with these delightful chocolate brownies shaped like Christmas trees, topped with vibrant green icing and festive sprinkles. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Mixture
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Can substitute with flavored extracts like almond or hazelnut.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Decorations
  • as needed green icing
  • as needed sprinkles or decorations Use festive options for best appearance.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, melt the butter and mix in the sugar until nicely combined.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is mixed well before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix these dry ingredients into your wet mixture until fully blended.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
  3. Once cooled, carefully cut the brownies into a tree shape.
  4. Decorate your creation with green icing and festive sprinkles to resemble a Christmas tree.

Notes

To keep your brownies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.