Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cosmic Brownies
This recipe for Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cosmic Brownies is so perfect for the holiday season! These brownies are as delicious as they are festive and nostalgic. Not only are they so easy to make but they’re the perfect treat to enjoy with friends and family this season!
Where To Find Rainbow Sprinkles
I found these perfect little candies on Amazon so I could complete the Cosmic Brownie essence. There are a few different options to choose from on Amazon but you can find the exact ones I used by clicking here!
How To Make Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cosmic Brownies
Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9″ x 13″ pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang to lift the brownies out later. Grease with nonstick spray and set aside.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth. Add in both sugars and continue to whisk until smooth. Mix in the vanilla and eggs, one at a time, whisking between each addition.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift in the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Use a silicone spatula to fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. The batter will be very thick.
Bake: Pour and spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are firm.
Cool: Transfer the brownies to the fridge to chill and set completely.
Prepare Icing: While the brownies cool, whisk together the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream (adding one tablespoon at a time). Once smooth, add green food dye. Place the icing in a piping bag.
Cut and Decorate: Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper. Use a 4″- 5″ Christmas tree cutter to cut out as many trees as possible. Pipe green icing on each tree and top with rainbow chip sprinkles.
How to Store Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cosmic Brownies
To keep your brownies fresh and delicious, follow these storage tips:
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Refrigeration: If you prefer, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Freezing: For longer storage, freeze the brownies in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Decorating Tips
Piping Icing: When piping the green icing, start from the top of the tree and work your way down in a zigzag pattern to create the look of branches.
Avoid Overcrowding: Ensure the icing doesn’t overflow by keeping a small border around the edges.
Creative Sprinkles: Feel free to get creative with your sprinkles! Use festive shapes like stars, snowflakes, or tiny ornaments to give each tree a unique look.
Why I Love These Tree Brownies
These Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cosmic Brownies are one of my favorite holiday treats for several reasons:
Easy to Make: The recipe is straightforward and perfect for bakers of all skill levels.
Great for Parties: Their festive appearance makes them a hit at holiday gatherings.
Fun to Decorate: Decorating these brownies is a fun activity for both kids and adults, adding a personal touch to each treat.
Delicious Flavor: The rich, fudgey brownie paired with the sweet icing and crunchy sprinkles creates a delightful texture and flavor combination.
Recipe Alternatives
Different Shapes: While Christmas trees are festive, you can use different cookie cutters for other holidays or occasions.
Icing Colors: Experiment with different food dye colors to match various themes or celebrations.
Flavor Variations: Add a pinch of cinnamon or peppermint extract to the brownie batter for a holiday twist.
Copycat Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cosmic Brownies
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Ingredients
12 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cups sugar
3 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs, room temperature
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
- Decorating Icing
1 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup heavy cream
2-3 drops green food dye
rainbow chips for sprinkling
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a 9″ x 13″ pan with parchment paper with enough hanging over the sides and grease with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fit with the paddle attachment or in a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add in both sugars. Continue to whisk until smooth.
- Add in the vanilla. Whisk in the eggs one at a time mixing between each addition.
- Sift in the dry ingredients one at a time; flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Use a silicone spatula to fold in the dry ingredients. The batter will be very thick, don’t worry!
- Pour and spread the brownie batter into the prepared pan evenly distributing it throughout the pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the middle doesn’t jiggle and the edges are firmed.
- Transfer the brownies to the fridge to chill and set completely.
- You can prepare the icing while the brownies cool. To make the icing, whisk together the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and the heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time. Once the mixture starts to come together and there are no lumps you can add the green food gel. Place the icing in a piping bag and twist tightly so that the icing doesn’t dry out.
- Once the brownies have cooled, use the parchment paper hanging over the sides of the pan to remove the brownies from the pan.
- Use a 4″- 5″ christmas tree cutter to cut out as many trees as you can from the brownies. Snack on the scraps so nothing goes to waste!
- Once you have all of your trees, pipe green icing on top of each tree working your way to the edges but being careful not to pipe too much or too close so that the icing flows over the sides.
- While the icing is still wet, top with rainbow chip sprinkles.
- Enjoy!
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