Holiday Tree Brownies

Dairy Free
Holiday Tree Brownies
165 min.
15
268kcal

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Get ready to bring some festive cheer to your dessert table with these adorable Holiday Tree Brownies! Perfect for the holiday season, these delightful treats are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them a real showstopper at any gathering. With a simple yet creative twist on the classic brownie, you'll be amazed at how easy it is to transform a regular batch into a Christmas wonderland.

The key to these brownies lies in their unique tree-like shape and festive decorations. By cutting the brownies into triangles and adding a clever candy cane trunk, you create a delightful winter scene. The addition of green-tinted frosting and colorful sprinkles adds a playful touch, making them irresistible to both kids and adults alike.

One of the great things about this recipe is its versatility. Starting with a box of Betty Delights Supreme Original Brownie Mix as a base, you can easily customize the flavors and decorations to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a more traditional chocolate brownie or want to experiment with different mix-ins, the possibilities are endless.

To make these brownies, you'll begin by preparing the brownie mix according to the package instructions. Once baked and cooled, a clever freezing technique helps to ensure clean cuts when shaping the brownies into triangles. The addition of candy cane trunks and green frosting creates the tree effect, while sprinkles or miniature candy-coated chocolates add a festive finishing touch.

These Holiday Tree Brownies are not only a treat for the eyes but also a delight for the taste buds. With a rich, fudgy texture and a touch of sweetness from the frosting and decorations, they are sure to satisfy any sweet craving. Whether served at a holiday party, as a dessert after a cozy family dinner, or even as a special treat for Santa, these brownies will bring joy and merriment to your celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 16 oz brownie mix 
  • serving vegetable oil for on brownie mix box
  • serving candy canes miniature
  •  drop natural food coloring green
  • 16 oz vanilla frosting (from 16-oz container)
  • serving bacon bits green red miniature

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make brownie mix batter as directed on box.
  2. Spread in pan.
  3. Bake 28 to 31 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. Freeze in pan 15 minutes. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. To cut brownie into triangles, cut into 3 rows. (See link below for diagram.)
  4. Cut each row into 5 triangles. Set aside leftover pieces for snacking. (See More About This Recipe.)
  5. Break off curved end of candy cane; insert straight piece into bottoms of triangles to make tree trunks.
  6. Stir food color into frosting. Spoon frosting into small resealable food-storage plastic bag; partially seal bag.
  7. Cut off tiny bottom corner of bag. Squeeze bag to pipe frosting over brownies.
  8. Sprinkle with decors.

Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein2.2%
Fat31.89%
Carbs65.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.87
Glycemic Load
8.83
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
0.95826085592094%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:268.33kcal
13.42%
Fat:9.51g
14.63%
Saturated Fat:1.83g
11.45%
Carbohydrates:44.23g
14.74%
Net Carbohydrates:44.22g
16.08%
Sugar:34.08g
37.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:145.12mg
6.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.47g
2.95%
Vitamin K:5.65µg
5.38%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.37%
Iron:0.9mg
4.99%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.62%