Why you’ll love these Gift Box Brownies
Perfect for Gifting
Cut into mini squares and decorated like presents, these brownies are an adorable edible gift idea.
Fudgy and Chocolate-Loaded
Made with melted chocolate and chunks for maximum richness and gooey texture.
Simple Ingredients, Impressive Finish
No fancy tools or hard-to-find ingredients, it’s just basic pantry staples and a bit of creativity.
Fun to Decorate
Pipe on “ribbons” and “bows” with melted chocolate to turn each brownie into a tiny, edible gift.
Versatile for Any Occasion
Great for birthdays, Eid, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, bake sales or thank-you treats.
Top tips
- Cool Completely Before Cutting
This ensures clean edges and makes decorating easier. - Use a Ruler for Even Cuts
Neatly cut squares give a uniform, polished gift box look. - Melt Chocolate Slowly
Use a microwave in 20-second bursts or a double boiler to avoid burning. - Use a Small Piping Bag or Zip Bag
Snip a tiny corner for better control when piping the chocolate ribbons and bows. - Let the Chocolate Set Before Boxing
Place decorated brownies in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to set the topping before packing.
How to make Gift Box Brownies
Ingredients
- 150 g Unsalted butter
- 250 g Sugar
- 100 g Plain Flour
- 30 g Cocoa Powder
- 3 Eggs medium
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 100 g Milk Chocolate melted
- 100 g Milk Chocolate chunks
- Toppings – melted chocolate
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 180/170 fan Celsius and line an 8 inch baking tin with parchment paper.
- Mix the butter and sugar with an electric hand whisk (you can use a normal whisk or wooden spoon) and then add in the eggs. Beat the mixture until thick and fluffy.
- Add in the melted chocolate and vanilla essence and mix in with the whisk.
- Sift in the flour, sugar and baking powder and mix in with a spatula or wooden spoon until combined.
- Mix in the chocolate chunks and then pour the mixture into the lined baking tin.
- Place into a pre-heated oven for 30 mins at 170°C and then reduce the heat to 160°C for another 10 minutes. Once baked, allow the brownies to cool in the tin before serving.
- Cut into small squares and pipe on a ribbon and bow with melted chocolate.
Storage tips
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4–5 days.
Fridge: Keeps for up to 1 week, they’re great for making ahead.
Freezer: Freeze undecorated brownies for up to 1 month. Thaw fully before decorating.
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Gift Box Brownies
Ingredients
Method
- Pre-heat the oven to 180/170 fan Celsius and line an 8 inch baking tin with parchment paper.
- Mix the butter and sugar with an electric hand whisk (you can use a normal whisk or wooden spoon) and then add in the eggs. Beat the mixture until thick and fluffy.
- Add in the melted chocolate and vanilla essence and mix in with the whisk.
- Sift in the flour, sugar and baking powder and mix in with a spatula or wooden spoon until combined.
- Mix in the chocolate chunks and then pour the mixture into the lined baking tin.
- Place into a pre-heated oven for 30 mins at 170°C and then reduce the heat to 160°C for another 10 minutes. Once baked, allow the brownies to cool in the tin before serving.
- Cut into small squares and pipe on a ribbon and bow with melted chocolate.
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