Christmas Magic Layer Brownie Bars are a festive delight that combine a rich brownie base with layers of toppings, creating a perfect holiday treat.
Author:Alex Lee
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:45 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 5 minutes
Yield:9 squares 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup salted butter (1 stick)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup nuts (optional, divided)
¼ cup mini holiday M&Ms (divided)
¾ cup regular holiday M&Ms (divided)
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided)
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
¾ cup sweetened condensed milk (from a 14-ounce can)
¼ cup holiday sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper, then spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Place the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
Beat granulated sugar into the chocolate mixture. Add vanilla and eggs (two whole eggs plus one yolk) and beat until smooth.
Stir in the all-purpose flour just until combined; pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes; the brownies will still jiggle but will be set on top.
Remove from the oven, layer half of the nuts, chocolate chips, mini and regular holiday M&Ms, and all the sweetened shredded coconut over the brownie base. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the toppings.
Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips, M&Ms, nuts, and holiday sprinkles on top.
Return pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is set.
Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 9 squares.
Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
For a festive touch, use colored M&Ms and sprinkles according to the holiday theme.
Ensure to cool the bars completely before cutting to maintain their shape.