Description
Irresistible mint chocolate brownies blend rich cocoa with cool peppermint, creating a delightful dessert that dances between indulgence and refreshment. Cool chocolate lovers will savor each fudgy, minty bite of this classic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup salted butter
- 4 ounces (113 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Decorative/Topping Ingredients:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 10 drops green food coloring
- 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over medium heat, stirring continuously until smooth and glossy.
- Whisk sugar and vanilla into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated and uniform in texture.
- Gently sift flour into the chocolate mixture, stirring carefully to eliminate any dry pockets.
- Incorporate eggs into the batter, mixing just until combined to maintain a tender brownie texture.
- Transfer batter to prepared pan, spreading evenly, and bake for 23-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow brownies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Using a stand mixer, cream butter on high speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, thoroughly mixing after each addition and scraping bowl sides.
- Blend whipping cream, peppermint extract, and food coloring into frosting, mixing on low then whipping on high for 3-4 minutes.
- Spread mint frosting evenly across cooled brownie base.
- Heat cream in microwave for 1 minute, then pour over chocolate and butter in a separate bowl, letting sit for 3-4 minutes before whisking until smooth.
- Once ganache has slightly cooled, carefully spread over mint frosting layer.
- Refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes until ganache sets, then store in airtight container for up to three days.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and butter to ensure smooth, even mixing and better brownie texture.
- Avoid overmixing the brownie batter to prevent tough, dense brownies; stop mixing as soon as ingredients are just combined.
- Customize mint flavor by adjusting peppermint extract; start with less and taste, as intensity can vary between brands.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free baking blend for similar rich results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg