Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe

If you’re looking to wow your friends and family this holiday season with a sweet treat that’s as festive as it is delicious, let me introduce you to my Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe. This fan-freaking-tastic dessert combines rich, fudgy brownies shaped like Christmas trees and topped with vibrant red, green, and white frosting that instantly scream holiday cheer. Trust me, once you try these, your holiday dessert table will never be the same again!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

The beauty of this Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe is its simplicity. With just a few ingredients, you’ll get decadently chocolatey brownies topped with colorful frosting that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe. Plus, you can use either boxed brownie mix for a shortcut or homemade for that extra homemade touch.

• Brownie mix or homemade brownie batter: I like using two boxes or a double batch for thick, sturdy brownies that hold their festive shape better.
• White frosting: This works great as the base and can be tinted any color you want using food coloring.
• Gel food coloring (red and green): These give vibrant colors without watery frosting; I prefer gel over liquid for the best color payoff.
• Edible gold stars: These little sparkly touches turn the brownie trees from cute to dazzling.
• White pearl sprinkles: I love how these add a bit of texture and act as “snow” on the tree branches.
• Icing bags and frosting tips (I recommend large star – 1M): For easy and neat decorating that looks professionally done.

Variations

I absolutely love that you can make this Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe your own—there’s plenty of room to get creative or adapt for diets. Personally, I’ve swapped out a few things depending on the occasion or cravings, and each variation has been a hit!

• Gluten-Free Version: Using a gluten-free brownie mix or homemade gluten-free batter works wonderfully, and the frosting decorating stays the same.
• Vegan Option: I’ve tried a vegan brownie recipe and dairy-free frosting, and honestly, nobody could tell the difference!
• Nutty Delight: Adding chopped nuts to the brownie batter gives a crunchy surprise that I adore—just sprinkle some walnuts or pecans.
• Flavor Twists: Play with peppermint extract in the frosting or even swirl in some caramel sauce inside the brownies for an adult-friendly touch.

How to Make Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe

Step 1: Get Baking with Your Brownies

Start by preheating your oven according to the brownie mix instructions—or to your homemade recipe’s guidelines if you’re going that route. I like to spray a 9-inch springform pan with some cooking spray to make sure your brownies pop right out after baking. Next, mix your double batch of brownies (two boxes or homemade equivalent), pour it evenly into the pan, and bake. Since it’s a double batch, I noticed it takes a bit longer than usual—check with a toothpick to make sure it comes out clean before pulling them out.

Step 2: Shape Those Festive Brownies

Once your brownies are fully cooled, carefully remove them from the springform pan and set on a cutting board. Now comes the fun part: cutting the brownies into 8 triangles that resemble Christmas trees! I found it easiest to cut the brownie into rectangular strips, then cut diagonally to get those perfect triangle shapes. This step is the key to getting that charming tree look.

Step 3: Color Your Frosting and Get Decorating

Here’s a little trick I picked up: split your white frosting into three small bowls. Tint one with red gel food coloring, one with green, and leave one plain white. This way, you have three frosting colors ready to decorate your brownie trees and maybe whip up a few Santa hat brownies on the side if you’re feeling extra festive. Pop each color into piping bags fitted with a large star tip for easy, pretty decorating.

Step 4: Frost, Sprinkle, and Shine

Use the green frosting to create the “branches” of your Christmas tree brownies, swirling or zig-zagging to mimic the texture of pine needles. Then, sprinkle on the white pearl sprinkles as “snow” and finish with a few edible gold stars as tree toppers. The red frosting works beautifully for accenting with festive bows or for those Santa hats I told you about. Once decorated, give yourself a little high five—you’ve just created holiday magic!

How to Serve Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe

Garnishes

For garnishes, I love sticking with the edible gold stars and white pearl sprinkles—they add that festive sparkle and snowy feel that just elevates the brownies. Sometimes I throw in tiny crushed candy canes for a peppermint crunch, or mini chocolate chips for a bit of extra indulgence.

Side Dishes

I like serving these brownies alongside a warm holiday drink—like spiced hot chocolate or mulled cider—to really get the cozy vibes. A simple scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side also pairs beautifully, balancing the fudgy sweetness.

Creative Ways to Present

One year, I arranged my Christmas Tree brownies on a platter in the shape of a giant Christmas tree and used fresh rosemary sprigs as garland around the tray. It looked stunning and made an unforgettable centerpiece. You could also stack a few brownies to create a 3D tree effect or even wrap individual brownies in clear cellophane bags tied with festive ribbons for gifting.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

I keep leftover Christmas Tree Brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If your kitchen is warm or you decorated with more delicate sprinkles, storing them in the fridge is safer but bring them to room temp before serving to get that perfect fudgy bite.

Freezing

If you want to make these ahead, you can freeze undecorated brownies wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and foil for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to serve, thaw them completely, then frost and decorate for that fresh-out-of-the-oven appeal.

Reheating

To warm the brownies, I pop them in the microwave for about 10 seconds or the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes—just enough to soften without melting the frosting. This warm moment makes the brownies taste freshly baked again!

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Final Thoughts

I truly cherish this Christmas Tree Brownies with Festive Frosting Recipe because it brings so much joy to my holiday gatherings—and from what I’ve seen, yours will too! The combination of fudgy brownies and colorful, festive frosting makes for a treat that’s both nostalgic and exciting. If you want a dessert that looks incredible but doesn’t take all day to make, this is the one to try. I can’t wait for you to make it and share the smiles around your table!

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