Preparation:
Heat oven to 350 degrees (325 degrees for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom of 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. Make and bake brownie batter as directed on box. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. In small bowl, stir together frosting, extract and food color until smooth. Spread frosting evenly over brownies. Sprinkle with crushed candies. For easier cutting, refrigerate about 15 minutes, until frosting is set. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered at room temperature. Cut brownies into bite-size pieces and serve in holiday paper liners for easy dessert pickups.
