why make this recipe
This recipe makes fun brownies for game day or a kids party. The brownies taste rich and chocolatey. You can make them fast with simple ingredients. If you like chocolate treats for events, try this easy idea and see a similar take with chocolate-covered strawberry brownies.
introduction
Football-Themed Brownies are plain brownies decorated to look like little footballs on a green field. They are easy to bake and easy to decorate. You can bake them the day before and decorate just before guests arrive. The look makes parties more fun.
how to make Football-Themed Brownies
Follow the steps below to bake and decorate the brownies. Work in simple stages: mix, bake, cool, and decorate. Use chocolate icing to draw football shapes and green sprinkles to make a field look.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Chocolate icing for decoration
- Green and white sprinkles (optional)
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Beat in flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder until well blended.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, decorate the brownies with chocolate icing in the shape of footballs and add green and white sprinkles if desired.
how to serve Football-Themed Brownies
Cut the brownies into squares. Place them on a plate or tray. Use extra green sprinkles around the edges to look like grass. Serve at room temperature. They are easy to pick up and eat by hand.
how to store Football-Themed Brownies
Cover the pan with plastic wrap or move the brownies to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge for up to 1 week. Let chilled brownies come to room temperature before serving so they taste soft.
tips to make Football-Themed Brownies
- Melt butter slowly on low heat to avoid burning.
- Do not overmix batter; stop when ingredients are blended.
- Test doneness with a toothpick near the center.
- Cool completely before icing so the icing does not melt.
- Use a small piping bag or a sandwich bag with a tiny cut for neat football shapes.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for texture.
- Use white icing for laces and brown or dark chocolate icing for footballs.
- Cut into circles and pipe football lines for a different look.
- Make mini brownies in a muffin tin for bite-size treats.
FAQs
Q: Can I use boxed brownie mix instead of making batter from scratch?
A: Yes. Follow the box directions and then cool and decorate the same way.
Q: How do I get clean football lines with icing?
A: Use a small tip or a sandwich bag with a small corner cut. Practice on a plate first.
Q: Can I freeze these brownies?
A: Yes. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature before serving.
Q: Are these brownies nut-free?
A: The base recipe is nut-free, but add nuts only if you and your guests have no allergies.
Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Yes. Substitute gluten-free flour in a 1:1 blend made for baking and check texture before baking longer if needed.
Football-Themed Brownies
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Deliciously rich chocolate brownies decorated to resemble footballs on a vibrant green field, perfect for game days or kids’ parties.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Chocolate icing for decoration
- Green and white sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Beat in flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder until well blended.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- Once cooled, decorate with chocolate icing in the shape of footballs and add green and white sprinkles if desired.
Notes
Melt butter slowly on low heat and avoid overmixing the batter. Cool completely before icing to prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
