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Christmas Tree Brownie Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Festive Christmas Tree Brownie Cups that combine rich, fudgy brownie bases with a creamy, green-tinted whipped topping piped into charming Christmas tree shapes, adorned with colorful sprinkles and mini M&Ms for a delightful holiday treat.

Ingredients

Brownie Base

  • 1 (18.3 oz) box brownie mix, prepared according to the package instructions

Decoration

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 16 oz container whipped topping
  • Green food coloring
  • Sprinkles (red and green nonpareils, sanding sugar, etc.)
  • 1 cup mini M&Ms

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Brownie Batter: Follow the instructions on your brownie mix box to prepare the batter until smooth and well combined.
  2. Preheat and Grease: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix directions. Grease two mini muffin tins thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Fill and Bake: Pour the brownie batter into the mini muffin tins, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are firm and the top surface is crinkly. Use a toothpick inserted in the center to check doneness; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  4. Create an Indentation: Immediately after baking, press a teaspoon gently into the center of each brownie to form an indentation. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before removing to keep their shape intact.
  5. Melt the White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 40 seconds, then stir. Continue heating in 10-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted.
  6. Decorate the Rims: Dip the top rim of each cooled brownie into the melted white chocolate, then immediately into a shallow bowl of sprinkles to create a festive decorative edge.
  7. Prepare the Frosting: Add several drops of green food coloring to the whipped topping and fold gently until you achieve the desired green shade.
  8. Pipe the Trees: Fit a piping bag with a large star tip, such as a Wilton 1M. Pipe the green whipped topping onto each brownie in a swirling motion to resemble a Christmas tree shape.
  9. Add Decorations: Finish by decorating the whipped topping trees with mini M&M candies as ornaments and sprinkle additional sprinkles for a colorful, festive look.

Notes

  • Ensure brownies are completely cool before decorating to prevent the whipped topping from melting.
  • You can substitute whipped topping with stabilized whipped cream if preferred.
  • For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free brownie mix.
  • Store brownie cups in the refrigerator to keep the whipped topping fresh.
  • These brownie cups are perfect for holiday parties and can be made a day in advance.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/christmas-tree-brownie-cups-recipe/