Do I need to use gluten-free all-purpose flour?

No, if you do not need to keep this recipe gluten-free then you can use regular all-purpose flour. If you are using gluten-free flour, make sure it is a one-for-one flour with xanthan gum.

Is it better to cut the brownies after they have cooled?

Yes, you want to allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes before you cut them into triangles.

What is the best way to cut brownies into triangles?

I found that using the round cake pan made it easier to cut the brownies into triangle shapes. Then use a sharp kitchen knife to cut the brownies. You can also use a ruler if you want perfectly even-sized brownies.

Homemade Christmas Tree Brownies -Gluten Free

Description

These adorable homemade Christmas tree brownies are the ultimate holiday treat! Made with fudgy brownies, decorated with green buttercream frosting and sprinkles to resemble Christmas trees. They are easy and fun to make and gluten-free!

Ingredients

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For the brownies

1/2 cup gluten-free all purpose flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup neutral oil – like vegetable, avocado oil, olive oil or melted butter
1/2 cup coconut sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/2 cup chocolate chips – optional

For decorating the Christmas trees

Buttercream frosting or store-bought white frosting
Green gel food coloring – or buy pre-colored green frosting – see recipe notes
Sprinkles

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Instructions

Make the brownies

Preheat the oven to 350°F, line a 9-inch round cake pan or 8×8 pan with parchment paper, and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Mix the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt)in a large mixing bowl.
Mix the wet ingredients (oil or butter, eggs, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla) in a separate medium bowl.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients into a smooth brownie batter. Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread it out in an even layer. Bake the brownies on the middle rack of the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until set and a toothpick inserted in the middle of the brownies comes out mostly clean with a few wet crumbs on it.
Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes. Then run a butter knife around the edge of the pan and carefully invert the pan to remove the baked brownies. They should come right out.
Use a sharp kitchen knife to cut the brownies into even-sized triangles.

Decorate The Brownies

Mix up the frosting, frost each brownie with a knife or you can fill a piping bag with a star tip to pipe the frosting on the brownies. Then add your festive sprinkles.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

I recommend using a 9×9 round cake pan or an 8×8 baking pan to cook the brownies.
You can use the homemade brownie recipe or a store-bought boxed brownie mix.
Allow the brownies to cool before you cut them or they may fall apart a bit. The cooling time is essential.
You can make and color your frosting or buy green frosting at most grocery stores during the holidays as a shortcut. We made buttercream frosting and colored it using green gel food coloring.
Get creative and use any festive sprinkles or decorations for the Christmas trees.
Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 4 days

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Healthy Desserts
Method: Oven
Cuisine: American