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Christmas Brownie Recipe

Christmas Brownie Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in the festive spirit with these Christmas Brownies, rich, fudgy, and infused with peppermint flavor that perfectly balances chocolate and holiday cheer. This easy-to-make holiday dessert features a chewy texture from semi-sweet chocolate chips and a refreshing crunch from crushed peppermint candies, topped with white chocolate and colorful sprinkles for a merry presentation.


Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Add-ins & Toppings

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
  • Festive sprinkles (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring easy removal of brownies after baking.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This creates a rich base for the brownie batter.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth, uniform mixture. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Sifting removes lumps and helps with even distribution.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the batter, which can make brownies tough.
  6. Fold in Chocolate and Peppermint: Carefully fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and half of the crushed peppermint candies, distributing them evenly throughout the batter for delightful bursts of flavor.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
  8. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the white chocolate chips, remaining crushed peppermint candies, and optional festive sprinkles evenly over the top for an eye-catching festive look.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 28–32 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 16 squares. This helps them set and makes slicing cleaner and easier.

Notes

  • For fudgier brownies, slightly underbake and let them cool in the pan before cutting.
  • Consider drizzling melted white chocolate on top for an extra decorative touch and added richness.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Crushed peppermint candies add a refreshing holiday twist; substitute with crushed candy canes if preferred.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg