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I know. Thanksgiving is in two days. I know you are frantically searching the web for the perfect turkey brine and sweet potato casserole.
But here’s the thing. I’m not cooking this year. So, my mind is already focused on Christmas.
And I know there are some of you who don’t live in the US, and don’t celebrate Thanksgiving…so today, this post is for you!
These soft brownie bites are made with hot cocoa mix. And the frosting? It’s Cool Whip Vanilla Frosting. Have you tried this yet? Seriously good. And totally easy.
The creamy cool whip is a perfect pair with the hot cocoa brownies. And I think Santa would approve, yes?
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Hot Cocoa Cupcakes- the most adorable chocolate cupcakes with Cool Whip, and cute peppermint garnish! by Hoosier Homemade
Hot chocolate mix is the star of these brownies. Top them with delicious Cool Whip Frosting for the perfect Santa Hat treat!
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup Swiss Miss milk chocolate hot cocoa mix
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 eggs
- 1 tub (10.6oz) Vanilla Cool Whip Frosting, thawed
- sprinkles
- mini marshmallows
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, blend the sugar, flour, hot cocoa, cocoa powder, melted butter and eggs together. Mix until completely combined.
- Line a 13x9 baking dish with parchment paper. Pour batter into parchment paper. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 22-25 minutes. Remove and cool completely.
- Remove brownies from pan by lifting parchment paper. Place on cutting board. Using a 1 1/2 inch circle cookie cutter, cut brownies (save scraps in freezer for trifles!). Top each brownie with a swirl of Cool Whip frosting. I put my frosting in a pastry bag with an open tip and piped it onto each brownie. Immediately sprinkle with red sugar. Top with one mini marshmallow.
- Eat immediately or store in refrigerator until ready to serve. ENJOY!
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Oh my gosh, these are the cutest things I’ve ever seen! I hear you…I’m not cooking this year, so I’m totally on to Christmas stuff. I’m loving these–and I’ve got to get my hands on that Cool Whip frosting.
The Cool Whip Frosting is amazing. Totally amazing. Thanks for stopping by Ashley
can i please ask what cool whip is as i am in new zealand and we dont have that was wondering what i can use to make these?
These are adorable…and it’s never too early for holiday baking!
Thanks Sue! I agree
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
Oh my how cute and I know they are tasty!
Pamela recently posted..Cinnamon Spice Crumb Cake
Thanks Pamela! Glad you stopped by!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
These are adorable! And I bet really yummy too!
Thanks so much for including my hot cocoa cupcakes!
~Liz
Liz@HoosierHomemade recently posted..DIY Christmas Cinnamon Garland
Your cupcakes are so adorable, I’m so glad to have found them!!! Thanks for the sweet comment Liz!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
These are too cute! Thanks for thinking of your non-US friends because I’m totally all ready for the Christmas recipes!
Liz recently posted..Coconut, Oatmeal, Raisin, Chocolate Bar Cookies
Liz, I actually thought of you specifically when I posted this…no joke!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
Hot cocoa mix in brownies?! I Love it!
Jess recently posted..Two Years in Bangkok, Two Years of Blogging
Thanks Jess, I was surprised at how good they were too…as I proceeded to eat a dozen!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
You’re SO creative, Aimee! They’re adorable!
Averie @ Averie Cooks recently posted..Oatmeal Raisin Rolls
Thanks Averie, that means a lot to me!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
hot chocolate brownies! are adorably clever Aimee! And the cool whip frosting – I have got to try that! the circle shape, the sprinkles, the marshmallow tip. I agree with Averie – you are SO darn creative!!
sally @ sallys baking addiction recently posted..chocolate gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting.
The Cool Whip frosting is simply divine. And you KNOW I love to make my own everything…this frosting is just so creamy, and it stands up to piping! Thanks for the sweet words, Sally!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Hot Chocolate Santa Hat Brownies
I love that you added hot chocolate to the brownies. I recently made hot chocolate cookies and they were to die for. I’ve gotta try this brownie version since these are so darn cute! Btw, where do you find the Coolwhip frosting? I’ve looked at my local grocery store and they don’t carry it yet. I might try Target this weekend to see if they have it!
Elaine @ Cooking to Perfection recently posted..Apple Cream Cheese Muffins
Hi Elaine, I have found the Cool Whip Frosting at Kroger and Walmart. It’s in the frozen food section, right next to the regular cool whip! Good luck, I hope you find it
These are so fun! Love the idea of hot chocolate in brownies!!
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction recently posted..Apple Cinnamon Pancakes with NECTRESSE
Thank you Jessica! It was a perfect addition.
These are SO adorable, Aimee! So genius. I heart Cool Whip!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..Donut Bread Pudding Pie
I so need to get that frosting. These are adorable Aimee!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Crazy Sweet Tuesday
AHHH I LOVE CHRISTMAS!
These are adorable. Cuteness to the nth degree.
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) recently posted.."Snickers" Peanut Butter Caramel Corn
These are so super cute and sound yummy! Great idea
Nicole recently posted..Artichoke & Roasted Garlic Dip
These are adorable! I’d love for you to share this at Tuesday’s Table for the Holidays – http://zentmrs.blogspot.com/2012/11/tuesdays-table-holiday-ideas.html
Cute!!!
I am loving the tall piped cool whip hat covered in sugar…sooooo stinking cute;-) And hot chocolate in a brownie…oh yeah, that sounds awesome!!!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Eggnog Scones
Oh my lanz, I love this idea!
Sarah C. recently posted..Andes Mint Crunch Bark
These are SUPER cute! These will absolutely be added to my Christmas baking list. I’m going to try to make them vegan as well.
Herbivore Triathlete recently posted..How to Stay Motivated When it’s COLD outside!
This is the best of both worlds, hot chocolate and brownies, and for the holiday’s! YUM!
Hugs,
Wanda Ann
These are just too darn cute! Love brownies, and the idea of hot chocolate with them is perfect!
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These are absolutely adorable! What a cute dessert idea that also functions as decor!
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