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Star-Spangled Brownies Recipe

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Celebrate with these festive Star-Spangled Brownies, a simple and delicious treat made from your favorite brownie mix, topped with creamy frosting and colorful sprinkles for a patriotic touch perfect for holidays and gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownie Base

  • 1 box brownie mix (about 18.3 oz)
  • Ingredients called for on brownie mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)

Decoration

  • 1 cup frosting (vanilla or cream cheese based)
  • 1/2 cup red, white, and blue sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, combining the mix with eggs, oil, and water.
  3. Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  4. Cool Completely: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan. This is important to ensure the frosting does not melt.
  5. Frost the Brownies: Using a spreading knife or spatula, evenly spread the frosting over the cooled brownies.
  6. Decorate: Sprinkle red, white, and blue sprinkles generously over the frosted brownies to create a festive star-spangled effect.
  7. Serve: Slice into squares and serve. Enjoy your patriotic treats!

Notes

  • You can substitute homemade brownie batter if preferred.
  • Choose frosting flavors and sprinkles colors that fit your theme or preference.
  • For easier slicing, chill the brownies after frosting to set the frosting.
  • Store brownies covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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