Description
These Mint Brownies combine rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint for a delightful treat. Soft, fudgy brownies are topped with a smooth peppermint ganache, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Mint Ganache
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients with Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and melted butter, stirring until well mixed.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, mixing until the batter is smooth and even in consistency.
- Incorporate Flour and Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the all-purpose flour and salt until just combined, then carefully fold in the chocolate chips to distribute throughout the batter.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the prepared brownie batter into the greased baking dish and even out the top with a spatula for uniform baking.
- Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, ensuring the brownies are fudgy but fully cooked.
- Prepare Mint Ganache: While the brownies cool, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Apply Ganache: Spread the mint ganache evenly over the cooled brownies and allow it to set before slicing into 16 squares for serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overbake the brownies to maintain their fudgy texture.
- You can substitute peppermint extract with a candy cane flavor extract if preferred.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before spreading ganache to prevent melting.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for best flavor.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
