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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Dessert

    Strawberry Santa Hat Brownies

    Published: Nov 30, 2019 · Modified: Sep 28, 2021 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links · 70 Comments

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    If you are looking for a super cute Christmas dessert that the kids will not only love eating, but making too, then give these Strawberry Santa Hat Brownies a try. Just a few ingredients are needed to make these raw Christmas brownies and then top them with yogurt and strawberries to make Santa hats. Perfect for a Christmas party.

    Strawberry topped brownies on a wooden serving board with Christmas decorations in the background.

    As soon as Halloween is gone, we start thinking about delicious festive treats. These Christmas brownies couldn't be any more perfect with their little Santa hats on.

    A simple raw blended mix of almonds, dates, cocoa, honey and festive spices rolled into balls and then topped with yogurt and a strawberry Santa hat. Kids will LOVE making and eating these.

    Are you are looking for some other ways to get kids involved in the kitchen this Christmas? Try our Christmas Rice Krispie Treats, Christmas Popcorn or Cinnamon Flapjacks.

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    • Why you will love them
    • Ingredients needed
    • How to make Santa Hat Brownies - Step by step
    • Health benefits
    • Santa Brownie Flavours
    • What to serve with Santa Hat Brownies
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Extra tips
    • More Christmas desserts
    • Recipe
    • Feedback

    Why you will love them

    • A healthy Christmas snack - There are just 115 calories per Santa hat brownie and they are packed full of natural ingredients.
    • Raw - There is no cooking involved in there, as everything is just blended up and mixed together.
    • Vegan option - You can easily make a vegan version of these by swapping honey for maple syrup and using a plant based yogurt on top.
    • Fun for kids to eat and make - Kids will love making these and getting their hands all messy rolling them up.
    • Perfect for a Christmas party - Instead of serving up the usual dessert, put these on a pretty board with some decorations. Your guests will love it!

    Ingredients needed

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    • Almonds - These are what make this a protein packed and filling snack. You could swap them some another nut like cashews or peanuts. It needs to be something that blends well, so anything you would usually find as a nut butter. You could use a mixture too, or even use seeds.
    • Cocoa powder - This is what gives it all the chocolatey flavour. We used unsweetened and try to use the best quality that you can, as you really will be able to taste the difference.
    • Dates - To give it some natural sweetness, and also the stickiness, we used pitted dates. You could use raisins instead, but it doesn't have the same consistency, and tends to fall apart a bit more.
    • Honey - To give it some extra sweetness, we added a good quality honey. You could swap it for maple syrup if you wanted to keep these vegan.
    • Water - This loosens the mixture up a little to make it more mouldable. You only need a tiny bit though.
    • Strawberries - This is what makes up more of the actual Santa hat. Try to use even sized strawberries so they all look the same.
    • Yogurt - This makes the lining and the bobble of the hat. We used 0% Greek yogurt. You could use a plant based yogurt if you wanted to keep these vegan.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make Santa Hat Brownies - Step by step

    One: Blend the almonds until the are a fine flour texture. Add the cocoa powder and dates and blend until they are well chopped up.

    A metal mixing bowl full of ground almonds, chopped dates and cocoa powder.

    Two: Tip the mixture into a bowl with the honey and water.

    Honey and water added to the bowl.

    Three: Mix well.

    A metal mixing bowl with raw brownie mixture in it.

    Four: Using your hands, make the mixture in to 12 balls. Press the balls down a little to make a flatter top. Add a teaspoon of yogurt to each ball.

    Nine raw brownie balls, all topped with yogurt, on a wooden board.

    Five: Add a strawberry and then a little more yogurt for the bobble of the hat.

    A raw brownie ball topped with yogurt and a strawberry.

    Health benefits

    Instead of using the standard buttery and sugary brownie as a base (which you could of course do), we used a raw brownie mixture that uses natural ingredients like nuts and dried fruit.

    Despite nuts being high in fat, they are low in carbs, and a great source of several nutrients, including vitamin E, magnesium, and selenium. Nuts also contain antioxidants known as polyphenols. These are have been shown to protect your cells and “bad” LDL cholesterol from damage caused by free radicals.

    Dates are a great source of fibre, which can benefit your digestive health by preventing constipation. It promotes regular bowel movements by contributing to the formation of stool.

    We also just added a little extra sweetness with some honey, which also helps to bind everything together. But these are much less sweet than a more traditional baked brownie.

    Santa Brownie Flavours

    The great thing about these Santa Hat Brownies is how easy they are to adapt - you can add any of your favourite flavours to the brownie base. Peppermint extract will give it a really festive flavour, or you could use orange extract as chocolate and orange go so well together.

    We used a little bit of ginger to give these some festive flavour, but you could use a mix of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg.

    What to serve with Santa Hat Brownies

    Looking for a nice warming drink to serve with these strawberry Santas? Why not try our Chai Tea Latte, Oat Milk Hot Chocolate, Cinnamon Coffee, Slow Cooker Mulled Wine or Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate?

    Raw chocolate brownies topped with a strawberry to make it look like a Santa hat.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to store Santa hat brownies.

    The brownies themselves would stay fresh in the fridge for about 5 days if you made extra of those (roll them in to balls for little raw snack bars), but it is the yogurt that wouldn't say fresh as long.
    If you have made up the full Santa hat brownies, then they will be good in the fridge for about 48 hours.

    Can you freeze Santa hat brownies?

    No, we wouldn't recommend freezing these.

    Are Santa hat brownies gluten free?

    Yes, these are gluten free. Just be careful that there isn't any cross contamination.

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    Extra tips

    • We used almonds to make the base of these strawberry Santa hat brownies, but you could use a mixture of other nuts like cashews and walnuts.
    • Make flavoured brownies by adding peppermint or orange extract or ground ginger when you add the water.
    • These brownies will keep in the fridge for 2 days.
    • To make these vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey and use a vegan yogurt.
    • If you want to make these a little more indulgent then you could use whipped cream instead of yogurt, or even white chocolate ganache.
    • You could just cut out circles of regular brownies if you didn't want to rather than raw brownies.
    • You could put little marshmallows on top of the strawberry Santa hats.

    More Christmas desserts

    • A bowl of Christmas popcorn surrounded by Christmas decorations.
      Christmas Popcorn
    • Christmas cheesecake with a slice cut out.
      Christmas Cheesecake
    • Four cinnamon flapjacks piled on a plate with Christmas decorations in the background.
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    • Christmas Rice Krispie Treats next to a nutcracker soldier.
      Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

    If you’ve tried these Santa Hat Brownies, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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    Recipe

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    Strawberry Santa Hat Brownies

    By: Dannii Martin
    If you want a super cute Christmas dessert that the kids will not only love eating, but making too, then give these Strawberry Santa Hat Brownies a try.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: British, Christmas
    Prep: 10 minutes mins
    Total: 10 minutes mins
    Servings: 12 people
    Calories: 115kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 100 g (0.75 cups) Almonds
    • 100 g (1.25 cups) Cocoa powder - unsweetened
    • 150 g (1 cups) Pitted dates - finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    • 6 tablespoon Water - (maybe more if it is too dry)
    • 12 Strawberries - (top sliced off)
    • 12 teaspoon Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt

    Instructions

    • Blend 100 g Almonds until the are a fine flour texture. Add 100 g Cocoa powder and 150 g Pitted dates and blend until they are well chopped up.
    • Tip the mixture into a bowl with 1 tablespoon Honey and 6 tablespoon Water. 
    • Mix well.
    • Using your hands, make the mixture in to 12 balls. Press the balls down a little to make a flatter top. Divide 12 teaspoon Greek yogurt to the top of each ball.
    • Add the 12 Strawberries and then divide 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt for the bobble of the hat.

    Recipe tips

    • We used almonds to make the base of these strawberry Santa hat brownies, but you could use a mixture of other nuts like cashews and walnuts.
    • Make flavoured brownies by adding peppermint or orange extract or ground ginger when you add the water.
    • These brownies will keep in the fridge for 2 days.
    • To make these vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey and use a vegan yogurt.
    • If you want to make these a little more indulgent then you could use whipped cream instead of yogurt, or even white chocolate ganache.
    • You could just cut out circles of regular brownies if you didn't want to rather than raw brownies.
    • You could put little marshmallows on top of the strawberry Santa hats.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 286mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Comments

    1. hannah gee

      December 04, 2014 at 10:35 pm

      These are the cutest little things. would look amazing on the dinner table x

      Reply
    2. Katie Bryson

      December 04, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      5 stars
      Super cute Santa brownies - love them and I know my boys would too... am hugely in a festive mood already!

      Reply
    3. Lauren @ ihadabiglunch

      December 03, 2014 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love this! It's the perfect balance of sweet/cute treats and healthy options for a Christmas party.

      Reply
    4. MissPond

      December 03, 2014 at 12:32 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! What a lovely treat :) I can understand why children would love it :)

      Reply
    5. Tamzin

      December 03, 2014 at 11:47 am

      They sound and look so good! I love a festive recipe!!

      Reply
    6. Kari @ bite-sized thoughts

      December 03, 2014 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      These are really cute - and it is not too early for Christmas recipes at all! London is so festive at the moment it seems like Christmas is just around the corner.

      Reply
    7. Heidi Roberts

      December 02, 2014 at 10:32 pm

      These are so cute, they will really look great on any festive buffet table.

      Reply
    8. Manali @ CookWithManali

      December 02, 2014 at 10:21 pm

      awww these are adorable Dannii!!

      Reply
    9. Ellie

      December 02, 2014 at 9:49 pm

      5 stars
      these are so cute and sUch a wonderful idea!

      Reply
    10. Kavey

      December 02, 2014 at 9:08 pm

      How adorable are they? But where did you find strawberries in winter? Very cute indeed.

      Reply
    11. marcie

      December 02, 2014 at 8:08 pm

      These are so adorable, and I love that they're a healthy alternative to all the butter and sugar laden Christmas treats!

      Reply
    12. Mayuri Patel

      December 02, 2014 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      that's a very cute and healthy way to snack away during Christmas.

      Reply
    13. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter

      December 02, 2014 at 7:30 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness, these are so so cute! I love how that you used a strawberry for the santa hat! I can't wait to make this with my son, he would love it too!:)

      Reply
    14. Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat.

      December 02, 2014 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      Those are so cute Dannii! My kids would definitely love making those!

      Reply
    15. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche

      December 02, 2014 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      I'll give you a WOOO HOOOO! I'm totally into Christmas recipes now December's hit - don't think I'll be making anything else all month :D I love these little cuties!

      Reply
    16. Louise

      December 02, 2014 at 10:08 am

      5 stars
      Hands down, best recipe every I can't wait to see everyone's face when I serve these at my Christmas party. You are awesome Dannii.

      Reply
    17. Gemma

      December 02, 2014 at 10:07 am

      This is the best Christmas recipe I have seen, and even better that it is healthy too. How many do you think I can eat before they become unhealthy? Haha

      Reply
    18. Katie

      December 02, 2014 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      This is such an amazing idea. I have never seen these before, but I know what I am making this weekend with my little ones.

      Reply
    19. Donna Everlett

      December 02, 2014 at 10:03 am

      Omg Dannii. These are so cute. My kids are going to love these. Thank you so much for your recipes.

      Reply
    20. Alison

      December 02, 2014 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      Woo hoo. I love brownies and I love the festive hats, these look lush

      Reply
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