Introduction

Santa Hat Brownies are a festive and fun treat that brings a touch of holiday cheer to your dessert table. Combining rich brownies with fresh strawberries and a sweet white topping, these little hats are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

The image shows square brownies arranged on a wooden board with four visible layers in each brownie: a dense, dark brown chocolate base, a slightly cracked top layer of chocolate, a swirl of smooth white cream on top, and a bright red strawberry shaped like a small hat with a small white round candy on its tip. In the background, there is a glass of milk and a red cloth, all placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Brownies (homemade or store-bought)
Strawberries, stems removed
Buttercream, royal icing, or white chocolate ganache (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Cut the brownies into rounds or squares, depending on your preference.
Step 2: Pipe a small dollop of your chosen white sweet topping onto the center of each brownie piece.
Step 3: Press a strawberry, stem side down, gently into the icing.
Step 4: Pipe around the base of the strawberry and add a small dot on the tip to create the look of a Santa hat.
Step 5: Chill the brownies if you want a firmer finish, or serve them warm and enjoy the gooey, sticky-fingered experience.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh, firm strawberries for the best shape and appearance.
Try white chocolate ganache for a smoother, richer topping.
For a festive twist, add a sprinkle of edible glitter or crushed peppermint on top.

Storage

Store Santa Hat Brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow them to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. If you used ganache or buttercream, chilling helps keep the decorations intact.

How to Serve

Three square chocolate brownies are placed in a row on a wooden board. Each brownie has a top layer of cracked chocolate with a dense, moist texture underneath. On top of each brownie is a swirl of white whipped cream, standing tall and smooth. A bright red strawberry, fresh and shiny, sits neatly on the whipped cream. The wooden board rests on a white marbled surface, next to a soft red cloth and a glass of milk behind the brownies. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought brownies for this recipe?

Yes, store-bought brownies work perfectly and save time. Just ensure they are firm enough to hold the toppings.

What can I use if I don’t have royal icing or buttercream?

White chocolate ganache is a great alternative that adds a smooth texture and sweet flavor to complete the Santa hat look.

Santa Hat Brownies Recipe

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Santa Hat Brownies are a festive and indulgent holiday treat combining rich, fudgy brownies with fresh strawberries and a sweet white topping to resemble adorable Santa hats. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for holiday parties or a cozy winter dessert, offering a delightful balance of chocolate and fruity freshness.

Author: Isabella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 12 Santa Hat Brownies
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Brownies

Brownies, homemade or store-bought, cut into rounds or squares

Toppings

Strawberries, stems removed
White & sweet topping: buttercream, royal icing, or white chocolate ganache

Instructions

Prepare Brownies: Cut your brownies into rounds or squares of your preferred size, ensuring they are sturdy enough to hold the toppings without crumbling.
Apply Icing Base: Using a piping bag or a small spoon, pipe a small dollop of white icing (buttercream, royal icing, or white chocolate ganache) on top of each brownie piece. This will act as the glue for the strawberry and the rest of the decoration.
Add the Strawberry: Press one fresh strawberry, with the stem removed, gently into the icing dollop on each brownie, positioning it so it looks like the pointed top of a Santa hat.
Decorate the Hat: Pipe more white icing around the base of the strawberry to mimic the fluffy brim of Santa’s hat, then finish with a small dot of icing on the pointed tip of the strawberry for the pom-pom effect.
Chill or Serve: Chill the assembled brownies if you prefer them firm and cool, or serve immediately for warm, sticky-fingered enjoyment.

Notes

You can use any kind of brownie—fudgy or cakey—based on your preference.
If you don’t have piping bags, you can use a zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off for easier icing application.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free brownies.
Store in the refrigerator if not serving immediately to keep strawberries fresh.
Feel free to experiment with different white toppings like cream cheese frosting or mascarpone for unique flavors.

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