Christmas Tree Brownies
Turn a box of brownie mix into these adorable Christmas Tree Brownies which are the perfect Christmas dessert for kids. They can help mix, bake and decorate. Then devour them as a fun treat at a Christmas Party or just because.
This recipe is so easy, and I’m showing you how to cut Christmas tree brownies – you don’t need cookie cutters! I was inspired to make them after sharing my easy mummy brownies, another fun brownie recipe.
These are Easy Christmas Treats!
When I say “easy” I mean it because we’re using brownie mix to make this fun treat. It cuts down the work so you can spend more time decorating!
If you’ve decorated sugar cookies, you can decorate these Christmas tree brownies – it’s so simple to do. All you need is one color of frosting and some fun holiday sprinkles.
Make these brownies for Christmas day or make them in the weeks leading up to keep the little ones entertained! It’s a fun and easy recipe that will keep everyone engaged. I think you’re going to love it!
Ingredients for Christmas Brownies
- Fudge brownie mix – Use your favorite brand! You can make homemade brownies too.
- The ingredients needed for the mix – some brands differ so use what’s listed on the brownie mix box.
- Green icing – Use store bought icing to make it easy.
- Christmas sprinkles – We use colorful ones for the tree decorations and cute mini gold stars for topping the trees. Have picking different ones out – there are a lot of options.
- Party straws – These are brownies on a stick and red and white striped straws work great! Or pick your favorite holiday patterned straws.
Helpful Tools
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Jelly roll pan
- Parchment paper
- Wire cooling rack
- Serrated knife
- Piping bag
How to Make Christmas Brownies
Make the brownies: Mix up the brownie batter following the package instructions. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake them for 22 minutes at 350°F.
Cool: Once the brownies are done baking, allow them to cool in the pan before slicing them. If you slice them while they are warm you won’t get clean cuts.
Cut them into trees: Use a serrated knife to cut the brownies into 12 equal-sized squares. Use the knife to trim each square into a triangle.
Add the straws: Insert a straw at the base of each brownie tree.
Decorate! Pipe the green frosting onto each tree in a zigzag pattern. Add the sprinkles to finish them up!
Can you use a 9×13″ baking pan instead of a jelly roll pan?
I recommend using the jelly roll pan because you don’t want thick brownies. A larger pan will make thinner brownies which are easier to eat off a stick.
If you only have a 9×13″ baking pan, you can use it but you won’t get as many brownie trees and they will be a lot thicker. They will also need to bake longer.
Can you use a Christmas tree cookie cutter?
Yes, a cookie cutter will work. Use a larger tree cookie cutter and, when you cut out the brownie, be sure to press evenly through the brownie to get a clean cut.
How long do frosted brownies keep?
Once you’ve decorated your brownies, place them in an airtight container in a single layer. This will keep the frosting and decorations from getting smudged.
They will keep at room temperature for two to three days.
Make Ahead Tips
You can make and bake the brownies ahead of time and decorate them later! Allow them to cool completely and store them in an airtight container for up to one day before frosting them.
Or you can freeze the unfrosted brownies for up to two months. I recommend wrapping them individually and storing them in a large freezer bag. Let them thaw at room temperature before adding the icing and sprinkles.
The kids will love these fun Christmas tree brownies! They’re perfect for holiday parties or as a fun activity to make with the family. Enjoy!
More Christmas Activities for Kids
- Need a quick activity idea? Try our Christmas Ornament Coloring Pages – they’re a great way to keep the kids busy and have some holiday fun.
- Marble Painted Christmas Tree Craft is a fun gift idea for the kids to make and share with family and friends.
- Start a new tradition and make some Cinnamon Ornaments to decorate the tree!
- Make a batch of Reindeer Food to sprinkle on the lawn Christmas Eve night. The kids will love it and so will the reindeer!
If you take a picture and share it Instagram make sure to #kidsactivityzone or tag us @kidsactivityzoneblog so we can see them!
Christmas Tree Brownies
Ingredients
- 18.3 Family Size Fudge Brownie Mix + necessary ingredients ours used water, vegetable oil, and eggs
- Icing green
- Sprinkles
- Party straws red/white stripe
Instructions
- Let’s start by preparing the brownies using the ingredients instructed on the box. Pour the prepared brownie mix into a parchment-lined jelly roll pan—Bake at 350°F for 22 minutes.
- Once done, remove them from the oven and place them on a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Now that the brownies are cooled cut them into 12 equal squares. Then cut a triangle out of each square. Place the scraps in a resealable bag for snacking!
- Next, let’s add a 3- inch section of straw to the bottom of each brownie. Place the green icing in a piping bag and pipe in a zig-zag pattern from top to bottom of each triangle brownie.
- Decorate with sprinkles and place on your favorite holiday serving platter.
