This recipe turns an ordinary box of brownie mix into fun, festive brownies using a creamy homemade chocolate frosting sprinkled with miniature candy-coated chocolates and a decorative drizzle of white icing.

Confetti Brownies

1 (19.8 ounce) package fudge brownie mix 1 1/2 cups miniature candy-coated chocolates - divided use
Chocolate Frosting:
1/2 cup butter 2/3 cup unsweetened baking cocoa 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar 6 tablespoons hot water
White Chocolate Drizzle:
3 tablespoons white chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening

Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease bottom of 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
Prepare brownie mix as directed on package for fudge-like brownies. Spread half of brownie batter into prepared pan.
Sprinkle 3/4 cup candy-coated chocolates over batter. Carefully spread remaining batter over candy-coated chocolates.
Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven to wire rack; cool slightly.
Prepare Chocolate Frosting: Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat; add cocoa stirring until smooth. Add vanilla and salt. Gradually add powdered sugar with hot water, stirring until smooth. Spread over brownie.
Sprinkle 3/4 cup candy-coated chocolates over frosting and gently press candies down into frosting.
Prepare White Chocolate Drizzle: Place white chocolate chips and shortening in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH (100%) 30 seconds; stir. If necessary, microwave at HIGH an additional 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each heating, just until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Drizzle over candy-coated chocolates. Cool completely in pan.

Makes 12 brownies.