🎅 Prep Time: 15 mins
⏱️ Cook Time: 25 mins
🍽️ Serves: 12 squares
🧈 Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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¾ cup cocoa powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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3 large eggs
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup chocolate chips
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🎄 Holiday toppings: red & green sprinkles, white icing, crushed candy canes
🍰 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Whisk melted butter, sugar, cocoa, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
3️⃣ Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4️⃣ Fold in flour, salt, and chocolate chips until just combined.
5️⃣ Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top.
6️⃣ Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out slightly fudgy.
7️⃣ Cool completely, then decorate with icing, sprinkles, and crushed candy canes.
🎁 Pro Tips for Holiday Perfection
✨ Add peppermint extract for a minty twist.
✨ Drizzle white chocolate for an extra festive look.
✨ Cut into tree or star shapes for party trays.