Description
Christmas Tree Brownies Zesty are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, perfect for holiday celebrations. These fudgy brownies are infused with bright citrus flavors and decorated like festive Christmas trees. With a rich chocolate base and vibrant green icing, they’re not just treats; they’re edible decorations that bring joy to any festive gathering. Gather your loved ones and create sweet memories as you bake these delightful brownies together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- Green food coloring (for icing)
- Candy decorations (for embellishment)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, melt butter and let cool slightly. Add eggs and citrus zest, mixing until creamy.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate cooled brownies with green icing and candy decorations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg