Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone!

Dessert
Very Easy
1 hour
399 Kcal

Here's an idea that's as simple as it is magical for the holidays: a moist brownie transformed into a snow-covered pinecone, thanks to a few well-placed cereal pieces and a dusting of powdered sugar. This Christmas dessert, which you can make with or without children, delivers a wow factor without taking hours. The result? An edible centerpiece or a delicious dessert plate... Perfect for nibbling by the Christmas tree with a cup of hot chocolate ;)

Ingredients

6

Brownie batter:

Decoration:

Materials

  • 20 cm square baking pan
  • latex gloves (optional)

Preparation

Preparation20 min
Waiting time30 min
Cook time10 min
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 1Prepare the brownie batter:
    Mix the eggs and sugar until the mixture turns pale.
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 2Add the flour and mix well. Then add the melted butter and chocolate and mix well to obtain a smooth, homogenous, glossy batter.
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 3Pour the batter into a greased baking tin and bake for 10 minutes in an oven preheated to 350°F/180°C.
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 4Let cool before unmolding. Break into several pieces, then mix with the spread.
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 5Form a cone with your hands. You can wear gloves if you prefer.
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 6Place the cereal pieces all around the brownie cone, with their points facing upward. You can use more or fewer pieces and arrange them close together or farther apart. The look will vary. Cover the entire cone.
  • Turn your brownie into a chocolate pinecone! - Preparation step 7And it's ready, just place the pine cones on one or more serving dishes and decorate before serving with a shower of powdered sugar :-)

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FAQ ❓

Why is it important to let the brownies cool before unmolding them?

Allowing the brownies to cool lets the texture set, making them easier to unmold.
You can, but you won't get the same effect. Chocapic or store-brand chocolate petal-shaped cereal will work perfectly for this recipe!
For this recipe, we recommend using a brownie or a gooey chocolate cake. It needs to be possible to crumble and reshape, so the mixture should be slightly sticky. You can use a ready-made cake if you want to save time or already have one at home. You can also use leftover cake to avoid wasting it :-).
Depending on the cake you choose, add more or less spread, which acts as a binder. The moister the cake, the less spread you'll need.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 399Kcal
  • Carbo: 44.8g
  • Total fat: 21.3g
  • Saturated fat: 12.6g
  • Proteins: 5.6g
  • Fibers: 2.7g
  • Sugar: 28.2g
  • ProPoints: 11
  • SmartPoints: 18
Nutritional information for 1 serving (93g)

Cookware

oven

Attributes

Suitable for freezing
Keep refrigerated
Zero waste
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Juliette HessJuliette Hess
I have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
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