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22 Gooey Christmas Brownies That Steal the Dessert Table

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The holidays call for desserts that pull people straight toward the dessert table, and nothing does that quite like gooey Christmas brownies. This collection is packed with cozy flavors, melty centers, and festive toppings that make every square irresistible. Whether you’re planning a party or baking just for fun, these ideas keep the magic simple and delicious.

1. Peppermint Swirl Chocolate Brownies

A cool, minty twist on classic fudgy brownies.

Ingredients:

  • 1 box brownie mix
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • Red food coloring

Process:

  1. Prepare brownie batter and pour into pan.
  2. Melt white chocolate and swirl into the batter with a toothpick.
  3. Add red color and sprinkle crushed candy canes.
  4. Bake until the center stays soft.

Make it Unique: Add a peppermint extract drop or swap candy canes for mint bark chunks.

2. Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Brownies

Like a warm mug of cocoa baked into a brownie.

Ingredients:

  • 1 brownie batter
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Process:

  1. Bake brownies halfway.
  2. Add marshmallows and chocolate chips.
  3. Return to oven until gooey on top.

Make it Unique: Add crushed cookies for crunch or swirl in chocolate syrup.

3. Gingerbread Spice Brownies

Deep holiday spices meet dense chocolate.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Process:

  1. Mix spices into batter.
  2. Bake until edges set.
  3. Cut while slightly warm.

Make it Unique: Add molasses or top with icing drizzle.

4. Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Creamy meets chocolate in a festive red treat.

Ingredients:

  • Red velvet brownie batter
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg

Process:

  1. Spread batter in pan.
  2. Whip cream cheese mixture and spoon over top.
  3. Swirl gently and bake.

Make it Unique: Add chocolate chunks or top with powdered sugar.

5. Salted Caramel Christmas Brownies

Sweet and salty with holiday richness.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • Sea salt

Process:

  1. Pour batter into pan.
  2. Drizzle caramel and swirl.
  3. Bake and sprinkle sea salt warm.

Make it Unique: Add pecans or replace caramel with toffee sauce.

6. White Chocolate Cranberry Brownies

Sweet-tart bursts with creamy richness.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chunks

Process:

  1. Stir cranberries and chocolate into batter.
  2. Bake until edges pull slightly.
  3. Cool before cutting.

Make it Unique: Add orange zest or drizzle with melted white chocolate.

7. Snickerdoodle Crumble Brownies

Warm cinnamon sugar meets fudgy chocolate.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter

Process:

  1. Mix crumble topping.
  2. Sprinkle over batter.
  3. Bake until topping crackles.

Make it Unique: Add a cream cheese layer or a caramel swirl.

8. M&M Christmas Crunch Brownies

Bright, crunchy, festive.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1 cup red/green M&Ms

Process:

  1. Pour batter into pan.
  2. Add M&Ms on top.
  3. Bake until edges set.

Make it Unique: Mix in pretzels or add peanut butter chips.

9. Nutella Ribbon Brownies

Buttery hazelnut ribbons in every bite.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup Nutella

Process:

  1. Half-fill pan with batter.
  2. Add Nutella swirls and top with remaining batter.
  3. Bake until gooey.

Make it Unique: Add hazelnuts or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

10. Christmas Tree Frosted Brownies

Cute and party-ready.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie slab
  • Green frosting
  • Holiday sprinkles

Process:

  1. Cut brownies into triangles.
  2. Pipe frosting to resemble trees.
  3. Add sprinkles.

Make it Unique: Add pretzel-stick trunks or edible glitter.

11. Toffee Crunch Brownies

Sweet crunch on a soft base.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1 cup crushed toffee pieces

Process:

  1. Fold toffee into batter.
  2. Bake.
  3. Add extra toffee on top warm.

Make it Unique: Add walnuts or drizzle chocolate glaze.

12. Oreo Holiday Brownies

A cookie lover’s dream.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 12 crushed Oreos
  • Holiday sprinkles

Process:

  1. Mix Oreos into batter.
  2. Add sprinkles.
  3. Bake until soft inside.

Make it Unique: Add cream cheese swirl or white chocolate drizzle.

13. Cherry Chocolate Fudge Brownies

Rich, fruity, deeply chocolatey.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup chopped cherries
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chunks

Process:

  1. Fold cherries and chocolate into batter.
  2. Bake gently.
  3. Cool to set.

Make it Unique: Add almond extract or use dried cherries.

14. Espresso Cocoa Brownies

A bold, cozy chocolate-coffee combo.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1 tsp espresso powder

Process:

  1. Mix espresso into batter.
  2. Bake until edges firm lightly.
  3. Cool to slice.

Make it Unique: Add chocolate-covered espresso beans or caramel drizzle.

15. Pistachio Crunch Brownies

A nutty twist with holiday color.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Process:

  1. Mix nuts into batter.
  2. Sprinkle extra nuts on top.
  3. Bake.

Make it Unique: Add dried cranberries or a honey drizzle.

16. S’mores Christmas Brownies

Campfire meets holiday baking.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Graham crackers
  • Chocolate pieces

Process:

  1. Bake brownies halfway.
  2. Add marshmallows, crackers, and chocolate.
  3. Broil briefly.

Make it Unique: Add caramel squares or flavored marshmallows.

17. Almond Toffee Brownies

Sweet, crunchy, and nutty.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup toffee bits

Process:

  1. Add almonds and toffee to batter.
  2. Bake.
  3. Add extra toffee warm.

Make it Unique: Add almond extract or drizzle dark chocolate.

18. Holiday Sprinkle Blondie-Brownie Mix

Two textures in one bar.

Ingredients:

  • Half blondie batter
  • Half brownie batter
  • Holiday sprinkles

Process:

  1. Add blondie batter to pan.
  2. Pour brownie batter on top.
  3. Swirl and bake.

Make it Unique: Add caramel squares or chocolate chips.

19. Maple Chocolate Brownies

Warm maple sweetness meets soft chocolate.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup pecans

Process:

  1. Stir syrup and pecans into batter.
  2. Bake until gooey.
  3. Slice warm.

Make it Unique: Add maple glaze or swap pecans for walnuts.

20. White Chocolate Peppermint Bark Brownies

A crunchy, minty, festive topping.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1 cup peppermint bark pieces

Process:

  1. Bake brownies.
  2. Add bark on top warm.
  3. Press gently to set.

Make it Unique: Add marshmallows or chocolate drizzle.

21. Raspberry Swirl Brownies

Sweet-tart ribbons running through chocolate.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/4 cup raspberry puree

Process:

  1. Pour batter into pan.
  2. Spoon raspberry puree and swirl.
  3. Bake gently.

Make it Unique: Add white chocolate chips or freeze-dried raspberry dust.

22. Candy Cane Crunch Brownies

Festive crunch with melty chocolate.

Ingredients:

  • Brownie batter
  • 1/2 cup chopped candy canes
  • Powdered sugar

Process:

  1. Add candy cane pieces on batter.
  2. Bake until slightly set.
  3. Dust with powdered sugar.

Make it Unique: Add chocolate chunks or swirl vanilla frosting.

Wrap-Up

These brownies bring color, gooey centers, and cozy holiday charm to any dessert table. Pick one to bake for a quick treat or work through the list all season long. Your kitchen will smell amazing, and every bite will feel like a warm holiday moment worth sharing.

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