Description
These Irresistibly Festive Frosted Christmas Brownies are rich, fudgy, and topped with a smooth, sweet frosting that can be customized with colorful food coloring to brighten up your holiday celebrations. Perfectly balanced with cocoa and a blend of sugars, these brownies bake up moist and tender with a glossy vanilla-infused frosting that makes them truly festive and delightful for any Christmas party or cozy winter treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s nice and hot while you prepare your batter.
- Mix Sugars and Butter: In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Stir until it’s smooth and creamy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, bringing a lovely shine to the mix.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually incorporate cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Mix until just combined — be careful not to overmix to keep brownies tender.
- Prepare Pan and Transfer Batter: Transfer the brownie batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly.
- Bake Brownies: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick—it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool Brownies: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, blend powdered sugar with milk until silky smooth. Add food coloring if desired to give a festive look.
- Frost the Brownies: Generously coat the cooled brownies with the frosting, covering every inch for a sweet finish.
- Serve: Cut the brownies into squares and serve warm for a gooey texture, or chill them for a firmer, sliceable treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter once you add dry ingredients to keep brownies tender.
- If you prefer fudgier brownies, bake closer to 20 minutes; for more cakey texture, bake for 25 minutes.
- Feel free to add festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes on the frosting for extra holiday cheer.
- Brownies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature or refrigerated for a week.
- Allow frosting to set for 15 minutes before slicing to prevent smudging.
