Description
These Mint Chocolate Brownies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With a fudgy base, a refreshing mint frosting, and rich chocolate ganache, they create a unique flavor profile that is loved by all. Simple to prepare and ideal for gatherings, they are bound to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter cut into 6-8 slices
- 8 ounces (227g) semi-sweet chocolate coarsely chopped
- ¾ cup (150g) firmly packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs room temperature preferred
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (90g) all-purpose flour be sure to measure properly
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- ¼ cup (60ml) milk or cream
- ½ to ¾ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 drops green liquid or gel food coloring
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- â…” cup (160ml) heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF (177ºC). Prepare an 8" or 9" square baking pan by lining it with foil and applying nonstick spray.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together, stirring frequently until smooth. Allow it to cool for about 15 minutes.
- Whisk the sugars into the cooled chocolate mixture until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Stir in the flour and salt gently until the batter is fully combined.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Let the brownies cool completely before adding the frosting and ganache layers.
Notes
Make sure to measure the flour correctly for the ideal texture.
Let the brownies cool completely before adding any frosting to achieve the best results.
Adjust the amount of peppermint extract and food coloring to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg