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Brownie Christmas Tree

Brownie Christmas Tree

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend)

Description

The Brownie Christmas Tree is a festive and delicious holiday dessert that combines rich, fudgy brownies with colorful decorations shaped like a Christmas tree. Perfect for gatherings, it features easy-to-make classic brownies stacked and adorned with candies, frosting, and sprinkles to bring charm and sweetness to your holiday table.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for GF)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Decorations

  • Powdered sugar or frosting (for ‘snow’ and layering)
  • Assorted colorful candies and sprinkles (e.g., mini M&Ms, crushed peppermint candies, edible glitter, chopped nuts, colored sprinkles)
  • Candy star or bright cherry (for tree topper)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Brownie Batter: Melt the butter on the stove or in short bursts in the microwave. Stir in the cocoa powder and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy. Whisk in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Gradually fold in the flour and salt, mixing just until smooth to keep the brownies tender and fudgy.
  2. Bake Your Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into a greased or parchment-lined baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 25 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick near the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs without being wet. The brownies should be moist and fudgy, not dry.
  3. Cool and Cut the Brownies: Allow the brownies to cool completely to ensure clean cuts. Using a sharp knife warmed in hot water, cut the brownies into triangles of decreasing sizes to form layers of a Christmas tree. Stack the triangles on a serving platter from largest at the bottom to smallest on top.
  4. Decorate Your Brownie Christmas Tree: Spread a thin layer of frosting or dust layers with powdered sugar to mimic snow. Adorn the tree with assorted colorful candies, nuts, chocolate chips, and sprinkles as ornaments. Finish by topping the tree with a candy star or bright cherry for a festive look.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for smoother batter texture.
  • Grease your pan well or line with parchment paper for easy brownie removal.
  • Cut brownies with a warm knife dipped in hot water and dried between cuts for smooth edges.
  • Chill brownies before stacking to make them sturdier for decorating.
  • Customize toppings with different candy shapes and colors for a unique festive tree.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12 of tree)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 65mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: brownie, Christmas tree dessert, holiday dessert, fudgy brownies, festive brownies, holiday treats, easy Christmas dessert

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