Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with these decadent mint brownies. Perfect for any occasion, these layered treats are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Mint Layer:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
Chocolate Glaze:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Brownie Layer: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan. Whisk melted butter and sugar, add eggs one at a time, stir in vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture. Spread batter in pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool.
- Mint Layer: Beat together powdered sugar, butter, milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring. Spread over cooled brownies and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Chocolate Glaze: Melt chocolate chips and butter, pour over mint layer. Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, increase peppermint extract to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
- These brownies are easiest to cut when fully chilled.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
