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Christmas Brownies with Chocolate Frosting

Christmas Brownies with Chocolate Frosting
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These Christmas Brownies with Chocolate Frosting are rich, fudgy, and festive treats perfect for holiday parties, gifting, or family gatherings. Featuring dense, moist brownies topped with creamy, luscious chocolate frosting and decorated with holiday sprinkles, this recipe uses simple pantry staples and offers various adaptations to fit dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Brownie Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (70g) all-purpose flour (or almond/oat flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Chocolate Frosting Ingredients

  • 4 oz (115g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk (or non-dairy milk for vegan)
  • Optional festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure even baking and easy removal of brownies.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to create a glossy, cohesive mixture.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients and prevent lumps.
  4. Bring Batter Together: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined to avoid overmixing, preserving a tender texture. Stir in chocolate chips if using, for pockets of melted chocolate.
  5. Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, giving you fudgy brownies.
  6. Cool Completely Before Frosting: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to avoid melting the frosting and to ensure a smooth finish.
  7. Prepare the Chocolate Frosting: Melt the chopped chocolate with butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until silky smooth. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in powdered sugar and cream until the frosting is thick but spreadable.
  8. Frost and Decorate: Spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the cooled brownies using a spatula. Top with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes for a beautiful holiday presentation.

Notes

  • Don’t overbake to keep your brownies fudgy; remove when toothpick shows moist crumbs.
  • Let brownies cool fully before applying frosting to prevent melting and smearing.
  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for better mixing and texture.
  • Accurately measure flour and cocoa powder to avoid dryness.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for a richer, more decadent frosting.

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Keywords: Christmas brownies, fudge brownies, chocolate frosting, holiday dessert, festive brownies, gift brownies, vegan brownies option, gluten-free brownies

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