Frosted Christmas Brownies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Your Holiday Table
Indulge in the festive spirit with these rich and fudgy frosted Christmas brownies, perfect for your holiday gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for frosting)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before frosting.
- To make the frosting, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled brownies and let it set before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a festive touch, add sprinkles on top of the frosting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Frosted Christmas Brownies, Holiday Treats, Dessert Recipes