Santa Hat Brownie Bites: A Festive Holiday Treat!
These delightful Santa Hat Brownie Bites are an easy and festive treat, perfect for your holiday gatherings! Made with rich brownies, fluffy whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, they're a healthier option to enjoy this Christmas.
Equipment
- Mini Muffin Tin
- Wire Rack
- Chilled Mixing Bowl
- Piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
Brownie Bites
- 1 box brownie mix (about 18 ounces, opt for a lower-sugar or whole-grain option if possible, or use a healthy homemade recipe)
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (or a light whipping cream alternative)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (reduce to 1 tablespoon for less sweetness, or use a natural sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 12-15 fresh strawberries washed and hulled
- tiny sprinkle powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Get ready to bake by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Prepare your brownie batter following the package directions, or mix up your favorite simple and healthy homemade brownie recipe. Fill each mini muffin cup about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a brownie comes out clean. Let these cute brownie bites cool completely on a wire rack.
- While the brownies cool, grab a chilled mixing bowl. Add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar (or sweetener), and vanilla extract. Beat until lovely, soft peaks form. Be careful not to overmix, or it might get too stiff!
- Prepare your strawberries by washing them thoroughly and removing the green tops. Slice off just a tiny bit of the pointed tip to create a flat base for your "hat."
- Once the brownie bites are completely cool, arrange them on a festive platter.
- Pipe or gently spoon a generous dollop of your fluffy whipped cream onto the center of each brownie bite.
- Carefully place one of your prepared strawberries on top of the whipped cream, pointy side up, to craft that perfect Santa hat look!
- For a beautiful "snowy" finish, lightly dust the finished Santa hats with a tiny sprinkle of powdered sugar right before serving.
Notes
These delightful Santa Hat Brownie Bites are a perfect festive treat for the holidays! Enjoy them knowing they're an easy and healthier option for your Christmas celebrations. Enjoy your easy, festive, and healthier holiday treat!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 150
- Total Carbs: 18g
- Net Carbs: 17g
- Fats: 8g
- Protein: 2g
