The holiday season is the perfect time to gather with loved ones and create special memories. One delightful tradition is making festive treats together, filling the home with warmth and joy. If you’re looking for a fun and delicious project, we have just the recipe for you: Christmas Tree Brownies. These charming brownies are not only a scrumptious treat but also a delightful activity for the whole family to enjoy. Let’s get baking!
**Christmas Tree Brownies**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 box of your favorite brownie mix
– Green food coloring
– Assorted colorful candies or sprinkles
– Mini M&M’s or chocolate chips
– Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix instructions. Grease a square baking pan and set it aside.
2. Prepare the brownie batter according to the instructions on the box. To give it a festive twist, add a few drops of green food coloring to the batter and mix well until you achieve a vibrant green color.
3. Pour the green brownie batter into the greased baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
4. Bake the brownies according to the package instructions. Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
5. Once the brownies are completely cooled, use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out tree-shaped brownies from the pan. Place the brownie trees on a serving platter or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Now, it’s time to decorate your Christmas Tree Brownies! Use colorful candies or sprinkles to decorate the trees as ornaments. You can get creative and make each tree unique.
7. For the tree topper, place a mini M&M or chocolate chip at the top of each tree to mimic a star.
8. If desired, dust the trees lightly with powdered sugar to give them a snowy look.
9. Arrange the decorated Christmas Tree Brownies on a festive platter and watch as they disappear quickly at your holiday gathering.
These Christmas Tree Brownies are a delightful way to spread holiday cheer and satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Whether you’re whipping up a batch for a party or a cozy night in, these festive treats are sure to be a hit with all ages. Enjoy making memories and indulging in these delicious brownies this holiday season. Happy baking!
