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New Year's Brownies recipe

New Year's Brownies

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Delicious and festive brownies perfect for celebrating New Year's with chocolate decorations to add a unique touch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish greased
  • 1 Mixing Bowl large
  • 1 electric mixer

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Decorations

  • 1/4 cup white chocolate chips melted
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips melted
  • Sprinkles or edible glitter

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs attached.

Serving

  • Allow brownies to cool completely before decorating with melted chocolate and sprinkles.
  • Cut into squares and serve on a decorative platter.

Storage

  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Notes

Pro Tips: Use fresh ingredients for the best results, and don’t overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender.
Ingredient Substitutions: You can use almond flour for a gluten-free version.
How to Serve: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
Storage & Freshness: Keep brownies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Brownies can be made a day ahead and decorated the next day.
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