Frosted Christmas Brownies

Delight in the festive season with Frosted Christmas Brownies! These delectable treats combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a creamy peppermint frosting, creating an irresistible dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. The unique blend of chocolate and refreshing peppermint is sure to please everyone at your table, making these brownies a must-try this Christmas. With their vibrant sprinkles and customizable toppings, they not only taste divine but also look stunning on any dessert platter. Whether shared at a family gathering or gifted in festive boxes, these brownies will spread joy and sweetness throughout the holidays!

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time25 mins

Total Time40 mins

Course: Dessert Cuisine: Holiday Keyword: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep brownies fudgy. Cool completely before frosting to maintain presentation. Servings: Serves 16 Calories: 190kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
Red and green sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla; stir until smooth.
In another bowl, sift cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder. Fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Gently fold in chocolate chips and optional peppermint extract.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely.
For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, and peppermint extract until smooth.
Spread frosting over cooled brownies and top with red and green sprinkles.

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