Easy Christmas Brownies
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Additional Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
511 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods
Easy Christmas Brownies
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These easy Christmas Brownies are a charming holiday treat that taste even better than they look! A fun treat that the whole family will enjoy!
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Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips optional
For Decorating:
- 2 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 ½ cup powdered sugar
- red cookie icing
Instructions
For the Brownies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9" x 13" baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl or in a pot on the stove. Once melted, add the sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined. Let it cool slightly if it's very hot.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture should be smooth and well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing. If you're using chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached (not wet batter).
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them into 12 squares, and beginning to decorate!
To Decorate the Christmas Present Brownies:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla. Add powdered sugar and whisk until you have a soft cream cheese frosting.
- Spread the cream cheese frosting over the brownies in a thin even layer.
- Using the red cookie icing, add a vertical line to each brownie. (See pictures for help!)
- Add a horizontal line across each brownie.
- Draw the bow shape onto each brownie, so each one looks like a little Christmas present!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
511kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
70g
(23%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
25g
(38%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
101mg
(34%)
Sodium
160mg
(7%)
Potassium
219mg
(6%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
54g
(108%)
Vitamin A
629IU
(13%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 511 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 511kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 70g | 23% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 101mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 160mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 219mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 54g | 108% |
| Vitamin A | 629IU | 13% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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