Description
Spiced tree brownies are a delightful twist on classic brownies, merging rich chocolate flavor with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Each gooey bite offers a comforting blend of sweetness and warmth, making these brownies perfect for cozy gatherings or a satisfying treat after a long day. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, they promise to impress friends and family with their enticing aroma and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or light greasing.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Whisk in eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Gently fold in nuts if using.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Cut into squares once cooled completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg