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Christmas Tree Brownies Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours (including cooling)
  • Yield: 12 brownie trees
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This festive Easy Christmas Tree Brownies recipe transforms classic brownies into charming holiday treats. Using simple ingredients like boxed brownie mix, white vanilla icing colored green, and decorative sprinkles, these brownies are cut into tree shapes with candy cane trunks and decorated with zigzag icing and star toppers, perfect for holiday parties and family celebrations.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Base

  • 1 box Brownie Mix

Decorations

  • 1 tub white vanilla icing
  • Green food colouring (to desired shade)
  • Small round sprinkles
  • Small star sprinkles
  • Candy canes (for the tree trunks)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8″x8″ baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Bake Brownies: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions and bake as instructed until fully cooked.
  3. Cool Brownies: Allow the brownies to completely cool in the pan, approximately 1.5 hours, to ensure they hold their shape when cut.
  4. Cut Brownies into Triangles: Remove the brownies from the pan using the foil liner. Cut into three rows, then cut in alternating diagonals to create triangular shapes resembling Christmas trees.
  5. Prepare Candy Cane Trunks: Unwrap candy canes and use a sharp knife to carefully cut or break them into 1.5 inch long pieces, which will serve as the tree trunks.
  6. Attach Candy Cane Trunks: Press the sharper end of each candy cane piece into the bottom of the brownie triangles to form the tree trunks.
  7. Color the Icing: Spoon about half of the tub of white vanilla icing into a bowl. Add green food colouring gradually until you get the desired Christmas tree green color.
  8. Pipe the Icing: Transfer the green icing into a zip lock bag, seal it, and cut off a small corner with scissors to create a piping bag.
  9. Decorate the Trees: Starting at the top of each brownie triangle, gently squeeze out the green icing in a curvy zigzag pattern as you move down the tree shape.
  10. Add Sprinkles: Decorate with small round sprinkles and place a small star sprinkle at the top to complete the Christmas tree look.
  11. Serve and Enjoy: Let the icing set slightly if desired; then enjoy your festive Christmas tree brownies!

Notes

  • This recipe is very flexible; simply cut brownies into triangles, add candy cane trunks, pipe on green icing, and decorate with your preferred sprinkles.
  • Ensure brownies are fully cooled before cutting to avoid crumbling.
  • If you prefer, use homemade brownies instead of boxed mix for a personalized touch.
  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant green without thinning the icing.
  • Store decorated brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie tree
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Find it online: https://jmrecipes.com/christmas-tree-brownies-recipe/