Best 5 Holiday Brownies Recipes

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Indulge in the rich, decadent goodness of our Holiday Brownies, an assortment of irresistible treats perfect for any festive occasion. From the classic chewy brownie to the indulgent peppermint bark brownie and the delightful gingerbread brownie, our collection offers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Each recipe is crafted with love and attention to detail, ensuring a perfect balance of fudgy texture and intense chocolate flavor. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step guide will lead you to brownie bliss. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones utterly smitten.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY TREE BROWNIES



Holiday Tree Brownies image

Cut up brownies to create a fun holiday treat. Decorating is child's play.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on brownie mix box
Miniature candy canes (2 inch), unwrapped
1 or 2 drops green food color
1/3 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 16-oz container)
Betty Crocker™ Decorating Decors red and green candy sprinkles or miniature candy-coated chocolate baking bits

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make brownie mix batter as directed on box. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 28 to 31 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. Freeze in pan 15 minutes. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. To cut brownie into triangles, cut into 3 rows. Cut each row into 5 triangles (See More About This Recipe). Set aside leftover pieces for snacking.
  • Break off curved end of candy cane; insert straight piece into bottoms of triangles to make tree trunks.
  • Stir food color into frosting. Spoon frosting into small resealable food-storage plastic bag; partially seal bag. Cut off tiny bottom corner of bag. Squeeze bag to pipe frosting over brownies. Sprinkle with decors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

HOLIDAY BROWNIES



Holiday Brownies image

Folks always ask for this recipe whenever I make these brownies. I make batches and batches of this tasty treat before the holidays and give them as gifts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 cups sugar
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups halved red and/or green candied cherries, divided
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, melt butter and chocolate over low heat. Cool for 10 minutes. In a bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt. Stir in the cooled chocolate mixture, eggs and vanilla until smooth. Fold in 1-1/4 cups cherries and the walnuts. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Arrange remaining cherries over top. Bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HOLIDAY TREE BROWNIES



Holiday Tree Brownies image

I love baking forthe holidays. Am always looking for yummy & new recipes to try every year. I always have cakes, cookies & or brownies baked for the holidays. This is a family favorite.

Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare

Categories     Chocolate

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box supreme premium brownie mix
water, vegetable oil & egg as called for on the brownie box
2 to 3 green food coloring
2/3 c rich & creamy vanilla frosting
decorating decors red & green candy sprinkles, miniature candy coated chocolate bits
1 pkg mini candy cane 2 inches, unwrapped

Steps:

  • 1. First pre-heat the oven to 350F. Then line a 9 inch square pan with foil. Extending about 2 inches over the sides. Then grease the bottom only of the foil with cooking spray or shortening.
  • 2. Next make the brownies as directed on the box. Cool fully about 1 1/2 hours. Then remove frm the pan by filling the foil sides carefully & peel away the foil. Then to cut the triangles shapes in the brownies, cut into 3 rows. Then cut each row into 5 triangles. Save the smaller pieces for snacking on later.
  • 3. Then stirin the food coloring into the frosting. Then spoon the frosting into a small resealable palstic bag. partially seal the bag & cut off the tiny bottom corner of the bag. Then squeeze the bag to pipe frosting over the brownies. Then sprinkle with the decors.
  • 4. Next break off the hooked part of the candy canes & insert the straight end into the bottoms of the triangles to make the tree trunks.

HOLIDAY WREATH BROWNIES



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My son, Jeremy, acts as if he's 5 when he sees these brownies-I've been making them for more than 30 years! My daughter, Jayme, and my four grandchildren love them, too. If you're short on time, a boxed mix works just fine. -Jeannine Schneider, Fremont, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 wreaths.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, cubed
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting
Green paste food coloring
Assorted nonpareils and AirHeads Xtremes Sour Belt candies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper., In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and salt. Stir in vanilla and chocolate mixture. Gradually add flour, mixing well., Spread into prepared pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., Using a 3-in. round cookie cutter, cut out the center of each brownie to form a wreath (save trimmings for another use). Tint frosting green. Frost wreaths. Use Sour Belt candies to make two bows; attach to wreaths. Decorate with nonpareils as desired. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

HOLIDAY TREE BROWNIES



Holiday Tree Brownies image

Cut up brownies to create a fun holiday treat. Decorating is child's play.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix
Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on brownie mix box
Miniature candy canes (2 inch), unwrapped
1 or 2 drops green food color
1/3 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting (from 16-oz container)
Betty Crocker™ Decorating Decors red and green candy sprinkles or miniature candy-coated chocolate baking bits

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make brownie mix batter as directed on box. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 28 to 31 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. Freeze in pan 15 minutes. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. To cut brownie into triangles, cut into 3 rows. Cut each row into 5 triangles (See More About This Recipe). Set aside leftover pieces for snacking.
  • Break off curved end of candy cane; insert straight piece into bottoms of triangles to make tree trunks.
  • Stir food color into frosting. Spoon frosting into small resealable food-storage plastic bag; partially seal bag. Cut off tiny bottom corner of bag. Squeeze bag to pipe frosting over brownies. Sprinkle with decors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Brownie, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Good-quality chocolate, butter, and cocoa powder will make a big difference in the taste of your brownies.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your brownies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the brownies at the right temperature: The ideal temperature for baking brownies is 350°F (175°C). Baking them at a higher temperature will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Don't overbake the brownies: Overbaking can also make your brownies dry and crumbly. Bake them just until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before cutting them: Cutting them while they're still warm will make them fall apart.

Conclusion:

These holiday brownies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized with your favorite holiday flavors. Whether you're looking for a simple chocolate brownie or something more festive, these recipes have you covered.

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