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Santa Hat Brownies

Delightful brownies topped with strawberries and frosting, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 9 pieces
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Brownie Ingredients

  • ¾ Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • ¾ Cup Light Brown Sugar
  • ¾ Cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Water
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 ½ Cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (divided) 1 cup for batter, ½ cup for mixing in

Topping Ingredients

  • ½ Cup Vanilla Frosting
  • 9 pieces Fresh Strawberries Stems sliced off for decoration

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda. Whisk them together and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, light brown sugar, and vegetable oil for about two minutes until well combined.
  • Whisk in the water and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth.
  • Whisk the melted chocolate into the brownie batter until fully combined.
  • Fold in the remaining ½ cup of chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 to 55 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool on a rack before cutting into nine squares.

Decoration

  • Pipe a circle of vanilla frosting on each brownie.
  • Place a strawberry on top of the frosting and pipe a small dollop of frosting on the tip of each strawberry.

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Notes

These brownies can be served individually or arranged beautifully on a platter for parties. Chill the strawberries before use for added freshness.
Keyword Brownie Recipe, Festive Treats, Holiday Desserts, Santa Hat Brownies