Description
These festive St. Patrick’s Day Frosted Bite Brownies are perfect for celebrating the holiday! With rich, fudgy brownies topped with a vibrant green frosting and sprinkled with festive decorations, these little bites of heaven are sure to be a hit at your St. Patrick’s Day party!
Ingredients
Scale
For the brownies:
- 1 box of brownie mix (or homemade brownies if preferred)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or as instructed on the brownie mix box)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp water (or as instructed on the brownie mix box)
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract (optional for a minty twist)
For the frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp green food coloring (gel or liquid)
- A pinch of salt
For garnish (optional):
- Green sprinkles or shamrock decorations
- White chocolate chips or mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the brownies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the brownie mix according to the instructions on the box. If you’re using a homemade brownie recipe, follow the instructions for baking. - Bake the brownies:
Grease a 9×9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake according to the instructions on the box (usually about 20-25 minutes). If you’re using a homemade recipe, follow the baking time listed in the recipe. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the brownies—if it comes out with a few moist crumbs, they’re done. - Cool the brownies:
Once the brownies are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. - Make the frosting:
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, and continue to beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth. Add the green food coloring, a little at a time, until you achieve your desired shade of green. - Frost the brownies:
Once the brownies have cooled, spread the green frosting evenly over the top using a spatula. You can make it smooth or add a little swirl effect for extra flair. - Cut into bite-sized pieces:
Using a sharp knife, cut the frosted brownies into small bite-sized squares or rectangles, perfect for sharing. - Garnish and serve:
Optionally, garnish with green sprinkles, white chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, or shamrock decorations for an extra touch of St. Patrick’s Day fun!
Notes
- If you’re using store-bought brownie mix, feel free to substitute the mint extract for a regular vanilla extract if you prefer a classic flavor.
- You can also use cream cheese frosting for a tangy twist, especially if you like a tangier contrast with the sweet brownies.
- These brownies are perfect for parties, or you can wrap them in cellophane as cute individual gifts!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg