Frosted Christmas Brownies: The Ultimate Holiday Treat

Looking for a holiday dessert that’s both eye-catching and irresistibly delicious? These Frosted Christmas Brownies combine a fudgy chocolate base with creamy frosting and festive sprinkles. They’re the perfect make-ahead treat for parties, potlucks, or cozy Christmas movie nights.

Fudgy Brownies with Festive Frosting

The magic of Christmas frosted brownies lies in their simplicity and versatility. Start with a rich, fudgy brownie, top it with buttercream, cream cheese, or ganache frosting, and finish with sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or edible glitter.

Why You’ll Love These Frosted Brownies

• Beginner-friendly – works with homemade or box-mix brownies.
• Crowd-pleasing – fudgy texture + creamy topping = holiday hit.
• Customizable – switch up frosting flavors or decorations.
• Kid-approved – little hands love decorating with sprinkles.

Whether you’re baking for a holiday party dessert table or creating a Christmas movie night dessert, these brownies check all the boxes.

Frosted Christmas Brownies Recipe

Ingredients for the brownies:

• 200 g dark chocolate (7 oz)
• 120 g unsalted butter (½ cup)
• 150 g sugar (¾ cup)
• 2 large eggs
• 80 g flour (⅔ cup)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Cream cheese frosting:

• 150 g cream cheese (5 oz)
• 80 g softened butter (⅓ cup)
• 200 g powdered sugar (1 ¾ cups)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Festive sprinkles

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Melt chocolate and butter together.
3. Stir in sugar, eggs, vanilla, then fold in flour and salt.
4. Pour into a greased square pan and bake 25 minutes.
5. Cool completely before frosting (to avoid melting).
6. Whip cream cheese + butter until smooth, add sugar + vanilla.
7. Spread frosting evenly, sprinkle with decorations, and slice.

For another unique holiday idea, check out our Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles.

Practical Tips for Perfect Christmas Brownies

• For neat brownie squares, warm a sharp knife under hot water, then dry it before each slice.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Travel hack: Chill frosted brownies before transporting to a party.
• Decoration: Add crushed candy canes, red & green sprinkles, or drizzle with melted white chocolate.

Bonus Decorating Ideas

• Peppermint Brownies: Stir peppermint extract into the frosting.
• Ganache Frosting: For a bakery-style glossy finish.
• Christmas Tree Brownies: Cut triangles, add a pretzel stick as a trunk, and pipe green frosting.
• Mini Brownie Bites: Bake in mini muffin pans for a bite-sized version.

Section 1 – Best Frosting for Christmas Brownies

One of the most common questions bakers ask is: what’s the best frosting for brownies at Christmas? The answer depends on your preference:

• Cream cheese frosting → tangy, creamy, classic holiday vibe.
• Buttercream frosting → sweet, fluffy, perfect for piping.
• Chocolate ganache → rich and glossy, bakery-style brownies.

👉 For kids’ parties, buttercream is often the easiest. For elegant dinner tables, ganache offers the most sophisticated look.

Section 2 – Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

If you’re preparing a holiday party dessert, brownies are a smart choice. They’re easy to store, transport, and serve.

• Make ahead: Bake the brownies up to 2 days in advance. Frost the day of serving for best texture.
• Freezing: Unfrosted brownies freeze well for up to 2 months. Wrap tightly in plastic + foil.
• Overnight storage: Frosted brownies should be chilled in a container to avoid sogginess.

This makes them a stress-free Christmas dessert you can prepare even during busy holiday weeks.

Section 3 – Kid-Friendly Brownie Decorating Ideas

Turn brownie decorating into a fun holiday activity! Kids love turning brownies into edible crafts.

• Reindeer Brownies: Cut into triangles, add pretzel antlers and candy eyes.
• Santa Hat Brownies: Top with a strawberry and dollop of whipped cream.
• Snowy Brownies: Dust with powdered sugar and edible glitter.
• Christmas Sprinkle Explosion: Let kids go wild with colorful toppings!

This makes your brownies not just a dessert, but a fun holiday tradition.

How to Decorate Brownies for Christmas (Easy Long-Tail Guide)

Decorating brownies doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are quick Christmas brownie bar ideas you can try today:

• Use store-bought brownie mix + tub of frosting → instant holiday hack.
• Add red & green M&Ms for a festive crunch.
• Create holiday shapes with cookie cutters: stars, bells, snowflakes.
• Use candy melts for drizzles in holiday colors.

No matter your skill level, you can create festive decorated brownies for Christmas in under an hour.

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