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These rich, chocolatey brownies are dressed up for the holidays with festive toppings and a gooey texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for cookie swaps, holiday dessert tables, or a cozy night in with cocoa!
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips or chunks
For the Festive Toppings:
- Crushed candy canes
- Red, green, and white sprinkles
- Mini marshmallows
- White chocolate drizzle
- Edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the Brownie Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, and whisk until the mixture is thick and well-combined.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently with a spatula until no streaks remain.
- Stir in the chocolate chips for extra gooeyness.
- Bake the Brownies:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center looks slightly underbaked (a toothpick inserted should come out with moist crumbs).
- Let cool completely in the pan before decorating.
- Decorate Festively:
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled brownies for a snowy effect.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes, holiday sprinkles, and edible glitter on top.
- Add mini marshmallows to create a cozy, wintry vibe.
- Slice and Serve:
- Remove the brownies from the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares or festive shapes with a cookie cutter.
- Arrange on a platter for an eye-catching holiday dessert display!
Tips for Customization:
- For Peppermint Lovers: Add ½ tsp peppermint extract to the batter.
- For Nutty Brownies: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking.
- For a Gilded Touch: Dust with gold or silver edible shimmer.
Would you like a recipe for a gluten-free version or festive packaging ideas?
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