These Bear Paw Brownies are the easiest way to bring some wild fun to a party table. They start with a batch of brownies (store-bought or homemade) and get a quick transformation into the cutest paw prints using just a few simple toppings. Whether you’re hosting a kid’s birthday party, baby shower, or just need something fun and fast, these little guys are a hit.

What makes these brownies worth making is how fast they come together with hardly any mess. You don’t need any piping skills or fancy tools—just grab some coconut flakes, Oreos, and M&Ms. They look playful and fun, but it’s all about that shortcut magic.

Helpful Tips

Use white frosting straight from the tub to save time, or soften it slightly so the toppings stick easily.
If you’re not into coconut, try using white sanding sugar for a similar snowy effect without the texture.
Oreos work best for the paw pad, and regular M&Ms make the perfect little toes—just press them in gently so they stay put.

Polar Paw Brownies

These Bear Paw Brownies are the easiest way to bring some wild fun to a party table.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings brownies

Calories 272 kcal

Ingredients

1 batch brownies store-bought or homemade
8 oz white frosting
1 cup flaked coconut
6 Oreo cookies halved
48 chocolate candies such as M&M’s

Instructions

Cut the brownies into circles with a 2 1/2" cookie cutter.
Frost the tops of the brownies and dip them in coconut to coat.
Place half of an Oreo cookie on for the paw, and 4 M&Ms for the toes.

Notes

This recipe was adapted from the original recipe on A Few Shortcuts.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 104mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 29IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg

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