Description
Indulge in these festive Santa Flourless Brownies, a rich and fudgy gluten-free dessert perfect for holiday celebrations. Packed with melted butter, semi-sweet chocolate, and cocoa powder, these brownies are topped with colorful red and green sprinkles for a cheerful Christmas treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
Toppings
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup red and green holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the unsalted butter and chopped semi-sweet chocolate together over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler method) or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely smooth and combined.
- Combine Sugar and Cocoa: Remove from heat and whisk in the granulated sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract and salt evenly throughout the batter to enhance flavor.
- Incorporate Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, thoroughly mixing after each addition, until the batter becomes thick, glossy, and well emulsified.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the batter to evenly distribute them without deflating the mixture.
- Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform thickness.
- Add Sprinkles: Sprinkle the red and green holiday sprinkles generously over the surface for a festive look.
- Bake: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating fudgy brownies.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 16 squares to serve.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake and let them firm up as they cool for the best texture.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for a firmer texture and prolonged freshness.
- Using room temperature eggs helps achieve a smooth and glossy batter.
- Ensure to line the baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges.
