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brownie brittle edible christmas gift

Brownie Brittle

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Thin, crispy, and perfectly chocolatey — this Brownie Brittle is like the lovechild of a brownie and a cookie! It’s an easy, festive treat that makes a wonderful edible Christmas gift or a crunchy snack for cozy movie nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chill time 15 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 2 medium gift bags
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
 
 

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ cup chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg white, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly foamy.
  2. Add the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined — the batter will be thick and glossy.
  3. Spread the batter very thinly (about 1/8 inch / 2–3 mm thick) onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Try to keep it even for a uniform bake.
  4. Place the tray in the fridge for 15–20 minutes to help the batter firm up slightly before baking.
  5. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 340°F (170°C).
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are crisp and the center is set.
  7. Remove from the oven and immediately decorate with your chosen toppings — chopped nuts, Christmas sprinkles, or flaky sea salt — while the surface is still warm.
  8. Let it cool completely, then break into shards or pieces.

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