Football Brownies
There’s something special about gathering with friends and family to watch the big game. The energy, the cheers, and, of course, the food. While classic snacks like chips and dip are always a win, bringing a themed treat to the table takes the celebration to a whole new level. It shows a little extra effort and adds a fun, festive touch that gets everyone in the game day spirit.
If you’re looking to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen, these Football Brownies are your MVP. They’re delicious, easy to make, and guaranteed to be a hit.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn’t just another brownie recipe. It’s a game day game-changer. Here’s why you’ll be making these for every kickoff this season:
- Simple and Quick: We start with a boxed brownie mix to keep things incredibly simple. This shortcut saves you time and effort, so you can focus on the fun part—decorating!
- Rich and Fudgy: We’re elevating the boxed mix with a secret ingredient: hot coffee. It enhances the chocolate flavor, making the brownies extra rich and decadent without tasting like coffee.
- Crowd-Pleasing Design: The football shape and piped icing laces are adorable and festive. They look impressive, but are surprisingly easy to create. Kids and adults alike will love them.
Ingredients for Your Game-Winning Brownies
This recipe uses simple ingredients that are easy to find. You might already have most of them in your pantry.
- 1 box of your favorite brownie mix
- ½ cup oil (as called for on the box)
- ⅓ cup hot coffee
- 1 egg (as called for on the box)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup white chocolate chips
- A football-shaped cookie cutter
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your delicious Football Brownies.
Step 1: Bake the Brownies
First things first, let’s get the base ready.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Leave a little overhang on the sides to make it easy to lift the brownies out later.
In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, oil, hot coffee, and egg. Stir until everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan. This is a crucial step! If you try to cut them while they’re warm, they’ll fall apart. For a cleaner cut, you can even pop them in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to firm them up.
Step 2: Shape Your Footballs
Once the brownies are fully cooled and firm, it’s time to give them their signature shape.
Use the parchment paper overhangs to lift the entire slab of brownies out of the pan and place it on a cutting board.
Press your football-shaped cookie cutter firmly into the brownies to cut out each shape. Arrange the cutouts on a fresh sheet of parchment paper.
Step 3: Add the Chocolate Ganache
Now for the rich, chocolatey topping that makes these brownies irresistible.
Place the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30-45 seconds. It should be hot but not boiling.
Pour the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the bowl with the hot cream. Cover the bowl and let it sit for a few minutes. This allows the heat from the cream to gently melt the chocolate.
After a few minutes, uncover the bowl and stir the mixture until you have a smooth, glossy ganache.
Spoon a layer of the chocolate ganache over the top of each football brownie, spreading it evenly.
Step 4: Pipe the Football Laces
Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until they are completely melted and smooth.
Transfer the melted white chocolate to a small piping bag or a zip-top bag with a tiny corner snipped off.
Carefully pipe the laces onto each brownie. A long line down the middle with a few shorter lines across it is all it takes.
Place the decorated brownies in the refrigerator for a little while to allow the ganache and white chocolate to set completely.
Tips and Serving Suggestions
To make your Football Brownies even better, here are a few ideas:
- Serving: Arrange the brownies on a platter designed to look like a football field for an extra festive presentation. You can use green frosting or a green tablecloth as the base.
- Variations: Feel free to add a cup of chopped nuts or extra chocolate chips to the brownie batter for more texture.
- Make-Ahead: You can bake the brownies and cut them into shapes a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container, then decorate them on game day.
Ready to become the MVP of your next game day party? Give this recipe a try and watch how quickly these treats disappear. We’d love to see your creations, so feel free to share a photo with us! Enjoy the game!
Football Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup hot coffee
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup chocolate chip
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F degrees. Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the brownie mix, oil, coffee, and the egg until combined. Transfer to the parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.
- Let the brownies fully cool before using the football cookie cutter. If they are hard to handle, put them in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave the heavy cream for 30-45 seconds then add the chocolate chips. Allow the mixture to sit, covered for a few minutes then mix to create a smooth consistency.
- Spoon the chocolate mixture on top of the brownies then place back on the parchment paper. Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until melted.
- Transfer the white chocolate to a piping bag to make the football design on each brownie. Allow the brownies to sit in the fridge to set before serving.
