Description
Indulge in these decadent Mint Brownies with a rich chocolate base, refreshing mint layer, and a glossy chocolate glaze. Perfect for mint chocolate lovers!
Ingredients
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Brownie Base:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Mint Layer:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2–3 drops green food coloring (optional)
Chocolate Glaze:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Brownie Base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch pan. Melt butter, mix in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Spread batter in pan and bake for 20–25 minutes. Cool.
- Mint Layer: Beat powdered sugar, butter, milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring until smooth. Spread over brownie base. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Chocolate Glaze: Melt chocolate chips and butter until smooth. Spread over mint layer. Refrigerate until firm. Slice and serve.
Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, add extra peppermint extract.
- Store brownies in the refrigerator for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
