Description
Delightful brownies that look like presents, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Melted candy for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the sugar until smooth and shiny; let cool slightly.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, whisking until thick and glossy.
- In a separate bowl, sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until smooth. Add chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan, cut into squares, and decorate with melted candy.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best results. Consider adding different toppings for customization.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg