Cranberry Swirl Santa Hat Brownies
Cranberry Swirl Santa Hat Brownies are the perfect festive treat for the holiday season. These delicious brownies are a combination of rich chocolate and tangy cranberry, topped with a cute Santa hat design.
To make 12 servings of Cranberry Swirl Santa Hat Brownies, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
For the Santa hat design, you will also need:
- 12 large strawberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
Next, spoon the cranberry sauce over the top of the brownie batter. Use a knife to swirl the cranberry sauce into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake the brownies for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 equal squares.
To create the Santa hat design, melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Dip the bottom of each strawberry into the melted chocolate, then place on top of each brownie square. Use a piping bag or a small spoon to add a dollop of white chocolate to the top of each strawberry, creating the Santa hat pom-pom.
These Cranberry Swirl Santa Hat Brownies are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, with a festive and adorable design that is sure to impress your guests. They are a great addition to any holiday party or gathering, and are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Type: Dessert, Brownies
Main Ingredients: Cranberry sauce, Chocolate, Strawberries
