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Santa Hat Christmas Brownies

These festive brownies adorned with coconut cream and red fruit mimic Santa's hat, perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy family nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Holiday Treat, Snack
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup vegan butter Can substitute with regular butter
  • 2 cups sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
  • to taste Red fruit (e.g., strawberries or red candy melts) Use for decorating as Santa's hat
  • to taste Whipped coconut cream or vegan frosting For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the vegan butter and sugar until creamy.
  3. Add the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt, and mix until just combined.
  4. Slowly stir in the non-dairy milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let brownies cool completely, then cut into squares.
Assembly
  1. Top each brownie square with whipped coconut cream and a piece of red fruit to create Santa's hat.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Bring to room temperature before serving.