Christmas Tree Brownies

Dairy Free
Christmas Tree Brownies
155 min.
12
467kcal

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these delightful Christmas Tree Brownies! Perfect for festive gatherings, these dairy-free treats are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. Imagine a rich, fudgy brownie base, topped with a fluffy, colorful frosting that brings the spirit of Christmas to life. Each wedge is adorned with vibrant candy-coated chocolate candies, resembling twinkling lights on a Christmas tree, while a pretzel nugget serves as the perfect tree trunk, adding a fun and crunchy twist.

Whether you're hosting a holiday party or looking for a sweet gift to share with friends and family, these brownies are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just over two and a half hours, you can easily whip up a batch that serves 12 people, making them ideal for sharing. Plus, with each brownie containing only 467 calories, you can indulge without the guilt!

So gather your loved ones, put on some festive music, and get ready to create a delicious holiday masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds. These Christmas Tree Brownies are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of the season, bringing joy and sweetness to your holiday festivities!

Ingredients

  • box brownie mix betty crocker® (1 lb 2.4 oz)
  • 12 servings m&m candies 
  • cup fluffy frosting white betty crocker® (from 12 oz container)
  •  pretzel nuggets 
  • 12 servings vegetable oil for on brownie mix box

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • cake form
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch round cake pan with foil; grease bottom only of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make brownie mix as directed on package, using water, oil and egg.
  2. Spread in pan.
  3. Bake 40 to 44 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely, about 1 1/2 hours. Invert pan onto cutting surface; peel foil from brownie. Trim brownie edge if desired.
  4. Stir food color into frosting.
  5. Spread frosting evenly over brownie.
  6. Cut into 12 wedges. Decorate wedges with candies to look like Christmas tree lights. Center pretzel nugget on bottom edge of each brownie wedge for tree trunk. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories467kcal
Protein2.38%
Fat49.32%
Carbs48.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.58
Glycemic Load
5.5
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
2.3204348162626%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:466.98kcal
23.35%
Fat:25.72g
39.57%
Saturated Fat:5.98g
37.4%
Carbohydrates:56.67g
18.89%
Net Carbohydrates:56.25g
20.46%
Sugar:42.39g
47.11%
Cholesterol:2.3mg
0.77%
Sodium:175.39mg
7.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.8g
5.6%
Vitamin K:28.19µg
26.85%
Vitamin E:1.43mg
9.56%
Iron:1.41mg
7.84%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.35%
Calcium:18.15mg
1.81%
Fiber:0.41g
1.66%