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This time of year it feels like I’m baking nonstop, so I love a shortcut. These Christmas tree brownie bites start with store-bought mini brownies. You pipe on green frosting, add sprinkle “lights” and finish each one with a star. They’re ready in about 15 minutes, there’s no oven needed, and kids love decorating them. Bring them to a class party, a cookie exchange or a family movie night.
Tips
- Use a star tip. A large open star tip gives the frosting a pretty “branch” texture. Start wide at the bottom and spiral up to a point.
- Decorate right away. Add sprinkles before the frosting sets so they stick.
- Make your own brownies. Bake a pan of brownies, chill it, and cut 1 1/2-inch squares or use a small round cutter.
- Set up a decorating station with little bowls of sprinkles and let each child make their own forest.
Storing
Keep them in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Christmas Tree Brownie Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Unwrap the brownie bites and set them on a tray.
- Attach a star tip to the green icing. Starting at the bottom edge, pipe icing onto each brownie, turning it slowly and building up into a tree shape.
- While the icing is soft, add sprinkles for lights and press a star on top.
- Repeat with the rest of the brownie bites.
Notes
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FAQ
What can I use for the star?
Yellow star sprinkles, a yellow mini M&M, or a small piece of yellow candy melt.
Can I use homemade frosting?
Yes. Tint stiff buttercream green and pipe it with a star tip.
How many does this make?
About 20 trees.
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