Description
These Mint Chocolate Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing hint of peppermint for a delightful dessert. Perfectly moist and topped with a creamy mint frosting and a luscious chocolate drizzle, these brownies are ideal for holiday treats or any chocolate and mint lover’s craving.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Green food coloring (optional)
Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
Chocolate Topping
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to form a well-combined base.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing, which ensures fudgy brownies.
- Incorporate Mint and Chocolate Chips: Stir in the peppermint extract and mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter. Optionally, add a few drops of green food coloring if you want a festive minty hue.
- Bake the Brownies: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating perfect doneness without drying out.
- Cool Completely: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting, which is essential for a smooth frosting application.
- Prepare Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth and creamy. Add green food coloring if using, blending until the color is uniform.
- Frost the Brownies: Spread the mint frosting evenly over the cooled brownies, ensuring full coverage for a delicious minty layer.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: Combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- Top and Chill: Pour the melted chocolate over the frosted brownies and spread evenly with a spatula. Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set the frosting and topping before slicing.
Notes
- You can skip the green food coloring for a more natural look.
- Use peppermint extract sparingly—it’s stronger than mint extract, so a little goes a long way.
- For an extra minty flavor, sprinkle crushed mint candies on top before chilling.
