Ingredients
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- 1 box brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz whipped topping (thawed)
- 18 golden sandwich cookies, finely crushed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz whipped topping (for top layer)
- 1 cup Christmas red and green M&M’s
- 2 tablespoons red and white sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the brownie mix box.
- Prepare the brownie batter as directed on the box.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and pour in the batter.
- Bake the brownies until done, usually about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Beat on medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping until evenly combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled brownie base.
- Chill the pan in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to help the layer set.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed golden sandwich cookies with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
- Sprinkle the cookie crumble evenly over the chilled cream cheese layer and press lightly to adhere.
- Spread the remaining 8 ounces of whipped topping over the cookie layer to form the top.
- Decorate with red and green M&M’s in a festive pattern and add sprinkles if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the layers meld and firm up.
Notes
Use high-quality boxed mix for a richer flavor. For easier slicing, run a knife under hot water before each cut. Avoid freezing as the whipped topping texture can change when thawed.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg