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Mint brownies with a green mint layer and chocolate topping, garnished with mint.

Mint Brownies

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Indulge in the ultimate Mint Brownies recipe! Layers of fudgy chocolate, creamy mint frosting, and rich ganache make this a decadent dessert.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling + Refrigerating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 servings
Calories 245 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder until combined. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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  • Stir in flour and salt until the batter is smooth. Pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
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  • For the mint layer, beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, peppermint extract, and milk until smooth. Spread evenly over cooled brownies.
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  • For the chocolate topping, melt chocolate chips and butter together in the microwave or over a double boiler until smooth. Pour over the mint layer.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set the chocolate. Cut into squares before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 33mgFiber: 1g
Keyword chocolate, dessert, mint brownies
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