Description
Peppermint Brownies are a festive treat that perfectly blend rich chocolate with refreshing mint. These fudgy, velvety brownies are a must-have for holiday celebrations or cozy nights in. With a delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen, you’ll find it hard to resist these sweet bites of joy. Top them with crushed candy canes or a drizzle of chocolate for the ultimate indulgence that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet and mint)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in granulated and brown sugar until well combined.
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Fold this dry mixture into the butter-sugar mix until just combined.
- Stir in peppermint extract and chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean but moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg