How One Festive Workshop Sparked The Inspiration For the Perfect Christmas Treat

Wednesday, December 25, 2024, 11:30 [IST]

It's Christmas, my friends, the time to be jolly and spread good cheer with your loved ones. Of course, a classic Christmas plum cake and wine are a must-have for this special occasion. But this year, why not try something different? Here's a little story to inspire you to mix things up and add a fresh twist to your celebrations.

A Sweet Christmas Invite

It all started when my friend invited me to her baking workshop for kids just before Christmas. She'd been talking about it for weeks, and I was excited to see her in action. As expected, the workshop was full of energy.

Little hands covered in flour, wide eyes focused on every move that my friend made as she walked them through the process of making something special for the season. I wasn't much of a baker myself, but I couldn't help but get caught up in the excitement.

My friend was an incredible teacher, effortlessly guiding the kids through each step. I watched, not only enjoying the festive atmosphere but also picking up tips from her along the way. I couldn't help but feel a spark of inspiration. Maybe it was time to try this at home, I thought.

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A week later, with Christmas just around the corner, I decided to give it a go. I pulled out my ingredients, remembering my friend's calm and encouraging voice as she explained each step. It felt like a challenge, but with the memories of that day fresh in my mind, I knew I could do it.

The first few steps went smoothly, much to my surprise. I'd always been intimidated by baking, but I felt more confident this time. As I moved through the process, I found myself smiling. The hardest part, the decorating, was where I almost faltered, but I remembered how my friend kept reminding the kids that it didn't have to be perfect. And so, my attempt was a little messy but that's what made it feel real.

The moment of truth came when I took my creation out of the oven. It didn't look like it belonged in a magazine, but when I took a bite, I couldn't believe it. It was good. Better than I expected, even.

I sent a picture of it to my friend that evening, telling her about my successful attempt. She expressed pride and happiness at my efforts. I shared the treat with my family. They loved it. It wasn't perfect, but it was full of effort, and that made all the difference. What started as a casual invitation to a baking workshop had turned into a sweet little Christmas victory that year.

So do you want to know what I made that Christmas? Here's the recipe and the steps to make it!

Christmas Tree Brownies

What goes into this holiday delight

3/4 cups salted butter (Melted)
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp vanilla essence
1/2 cup melted chocolate chips
3/4 cup flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup chocolate chips/ M&M's

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How to create this festive treat

Preheat the oven to 180° for 10 minutes
Line a rectangular or square 9x9 inch baking tray with baking paper and grease the sides
Pour melted butter into a mixing bowl
Whisk in the sugar by hand until smooth
Add the eggs, vanilla essence, and whisk for 1 minute
Whisk in the melted chocolate until smooth and combined
Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then gently stir into the mix until just combined
Stir in chocolate chips or M&M's
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes
Let it rest in the pan for another 30 minutes
Once cooled, take it out and slice
Use buttercream tinted green icing to make Christmas tree swirls
Decorate with colorful sprinkles

Indulge in this Christmas tree brownie under the Christmas tree, surrounded by love, laughter, and joy with your loved ones this holiday season. Merry Christmas, everyone!