why make this recipe

Frosted Christmas Brownies are a delightful treat that brings joy during the holiday season. They are rich, fudgy, and topped with colorful frosting, making them perfect for celebrations or family gatherings. Plus, they are easy to make and can be decorated in many fun ways, allowing creativity to shine!

how to make Frosted Christmas Brownies

Ingredients :

2 Boxes of Brownie Mix, or a double batch of homemade brownies *(1)
White Frosting
1-3 jars of Edible Gel Food Coloring (or 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 spring form pan with spray oil.
Mix both *(1) of your brownie mixes and pour them into the spring form pan.
Bake according to the packaging instructions, or until a toothpick comes out clean. *(2)
Once the brownie has baked and cooled, remove it from the spring form 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. And in a second small bowl, mix white frosting with green food coloring. *(3)
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

Frosted Christmas Brownies are best served at room temperature. Arrange them on a festive platter and be sure to have them available for guests during holiday parties or family gatherings. They make a wonderful addition to any dessert table!

how to store Frosted Christmas Brownies

To store your Frosted Christmas Brownies, keep them in an airtight container. You can store them at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, place them in the refrigerator, where they can last for about a week. Just remember to bring them back to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture.

tips to make Frosted Christmas Brownies

Use high-quality brownie mix or homemade brownies for the best flavor.
Experiment with different colors for the frosting to create your unique designs.
To make cutting easier, use a plastic knife to slice the brownies without tearing.
If you don’t have icing bags, you can use plastic sandwich bags with the corner snipped to pipe out frosting.

variation

You can add different toppings like crushed candy canes, chocolate chips, or nuts to change up the flavors and textures. For a fun twist, use peppermint extract in the frosting!

FAQs

Can I use homemade brownie mix?
Yes, you can definitely use a homemade brownie mix instead of store-bought ones.

Can I freeze Frosted Christmas Brownies?
Yes, you can freeze them. Make sure they are completely cool and stored in an airtight container. They can last for about three months in the freezer.

What can I use if I can’t find edible gel food coloring?
You can use natural food coloring alternatives or replace them with fruit purees for some color.

Enjoy creating these festive treats for your next holiday celebration!

Frosted Christmas Brownies

Print Recipe

Frosted Christmas Brownies are rich, fudgy treats topped with colorful frosting, perfect for holiday celebrations.

Author: megan
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

2 Boxes of Brownie Mix or a double batch of homemade brownies
White Frosting
1–3 jars of Edible Gel Food Coloring
Edible Gold Stars
White Pearl Sprinkles
Icing Bags
Frosting Tips (large star – 1M)

Instructions

Preheat the oven according to your brownie box instructions and spray a 9-inch springform pan with spray oil.
Mix both boxes of brownie mixes and pour them into the springform pan.
Bake according to the packaging instructions, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Once baked and cooled, remove the brownie from the springform pan, place it on a cutting board, and cut it into 8 triangles.
In a small bowl, mix white frosting with red food coloring, and in a second bowl, mix white frosting with green food coloring.
Place the red, green, and white frosting in individual icing bags with your favorite frosting tips.
Decorate the brownies with green frosting, white pearl sprinkles, and edible gold stars.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For best flavor, use high-quality brownie mix or homemade brownies. Experiment with colors for unique designs.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 triangle
Calories: 300
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: brownies, Christmas dessert, holiday treats, festive baking, edible decoration