Why Make This Recipe
Frosted Christmas Brownies are a delightful treat that brings joy to any holiday gathering. With their rich brownie base and festive frosting, these brownies are not just delicious—they are also a fun way to celebrate the season. They make great gifts, dessert tables, or just a sweet way to share the holiday spirit with friends and family.
How to Make Frosted Christmas Brownies
Ingredients
- 2 Boxes of Brownie Mix, or a double batch of homemade brownies
- White Frosting, 1-3 jars
- Edible Gel Food Coloring (alternative no artificial dye food coloring)
- Edible Gold Stars
- White Pearl Sprinkles
- Icing Bags
- Frosting Tips (large star – 1M)
Directions
First, preheat the oven according to your brownie box instructions and spray a 9-inch springform pan with spray oil. Mix both of your brownie mixes and pour them into the springform pan. Bake according to the packaging instructions, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Once the brownie has baked and cooled, remove it from the springform pan, place it on a cutting board, and cut the brownie into 8 triangles. In a small bowl, mix white frosting with red food coloring. In a second small bowl, mix white frosting with green food coloring. Place the red frosting, green frosting, and white frosting in individual icing bags with your favorite frosting tips. Decorate your Christmas Tree Brownies with green frosting, white pearl sprinkles, and edible gold stars, and your Santa Claus Hat Brownies with green and white frosting. Serve and enjoy!
How to Serve Frosted Christmas Brownies
These brownies can be served on a festive platter at your holiday party. Pair them with a glass of milk or hot cocoa for a delightful treat. They also make for a great dessert after a holiday meal.
How to Store Frosted Christmas Brownies
To keep your Frosted Christmas Brownies fresh, store them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerated for up to a week. If you want to store them for longer, consider freezing the brownies without the frosting and adding the frosting later before serving.
Tips to Make Frosted Christmas Brownies
- Use high-quality brownie mix or make your brownies from scratch for the best flavor.
- Let brownies cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Experiment with different colors of food coloring to match your holiday theme.
- If you want easier decoration, use ready-made frosting for quick and simple handling.
Variation
You can switch up the decoration by using other edible decorations like mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, or crushed candy canes for a festive touch.
FAQs
Can I make these brownies ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the brownies a day or two in advance. Just wait to frost them until you are ready to serve.
Can I use homemade frosting instead of store-bought?
Absolutely! Homemade frosting can add a personal touch and can be made in any flavor you like.
What if I don’t have a springform pan?
If you don’t have a springform pan, you can use a regular baking pan. Just line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Frosted Christmas Brownies
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 2 boxes Brownie Mix Or a double batch of homemade brownies
Frosting and Decorations
- 1-3 jars White Frosting
- to taste Edible Gel Food Coloring Alternative no artificial dye food coloring
- to taste Edible Gold Stars
- to taste White Pearl Sprinkles
- Icing Bags
- Frosting Tips (large star – 1M)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to your brownie box instructions and spray a 9-inch springform pan with spray oil.
- Mix both of your brownie mixes and pour them into the springform pan.
- Bake according to the packaging instructions, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once the brownie has baked and cooled, remove it from the springform pan, place it on a cutting board, and cut the brownie into 8 triangles.
Decoration
- In a small bowl, mix white frosting with red food coloring.
- In a second small bowl, mix white frosting with green food coloring.
- Place the red frosting, green frosting, and white frosting in individual icing bags with your favorite frosting tips.
- Decorate your Christmas Tree Brownies with green frosting, white pearl sprinkles, and edible gold stars.
- Decorate your Santa Claus Hat Brownies with green and white frosting.
- Serve and enjoy!
