Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint with these decadent Peppermint Brownies. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a special treat any time of year!
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
Optional Topping:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to wet mixture.
- Stir in Mix-Ins: Fold in chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
- Bake: Spread batter in pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Add Topping: If desired, sprinkle white chocolate chips on top after baking.
- Cool and Serve: Cool brownies in pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For stronger peppermint flavor, increase candies or extract.
- Adjust baking time for fudgy texture preference.
- Try crushed candy canes as a festive topping alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
