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Star-Spangled Brownies Recipe

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Celebrate any patriotic occasion with these easy and festive Star-Spangled Brownies. Simple to make using a boxed brownie mix, these treats are baked to fudgy perfection and topped with smooth frosting and vibrant red, white, and blue sprinkles to bring a touch of star-spangled flair to your dessert table.

Ingredients

Scale

Brownies

  • 1 box brownie mix (for a 9x13 inch pan)
  • Ingredients called for on brownie mix box (typically eggs, oil, and water)

Decoration

  • 1 container of vanilla frosting (about 16 oz)
  • Red, white, and blue star-shaped sprinkles or a mix of patriotic sprinkles, about 1/4 cup

Instructions

  1. Prepare Brownie Batter: Preheat your oven according to the brownie mix package instructions. In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix with the required eggs, oil, and water as specified on the box. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  2. Bake the Brownies: Pour the prepared batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for the time specified on the box, usually between 25 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs but no raw batter.
  3. Cool Completely: Remove the brownies from the oven and set the pan on a wire rack to cool completely. This step is crucial to ensure the frosting adheres properly without melting or sliding off.
  4. Frost the Brownies: Once cooled, use a spatula or knife to spread an even layer of vanilla frosting over the top of the brownies, covering the entire surface.
  5. Add Sprinkles: Immediately after frosting, sprinkle the red, white, and blue sprinkles generously over the brownies to create a festive, star-spangled effect.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares and serve your Star-Spangled Brownies to delight guests at your next celebration.

Notes

  • Be sure the brownies are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • You can substitute homemade brownies if preferred instead of boxed mix.
  • For an extra patriotic touch, consider adding small American flag toothpicks or edible stars on top.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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