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    Home » Dessert » Mint Chocolate Brownies Recipe

    Mint Chocolate Brownies Recipe

    Published: Feb 24, 2019 · Modified: Dec 3, 2020 by Megan Porta · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Mint Chocolate Brownies: Delicious mint frosting sandwiched between perfect, chocolatey brownies and creamy chocolate. Take your next pan of brownies to the next level by combining fudgy and minty! Perfect party food or dinner dessert!

    mint brownie on a plate, with a fork next to it, with a bite missing

    Why This Recipe Works

    The marriage of mint and chocolate nearly rivals that of peanut butter and chocolate, in my opinion. Peppermint patties, Junior Mints and Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies are some of the best dang little dessert treats on the planet. Once I start eating any one of the above I lose all self-control.

    With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, I wanted to bring these two delicious flavors into an irresistible brownie. Because everyone likes eating minty green food to celebrate St. Patty’s Day, right? The brownie base is so perfect and fudgy, topped a minty green frosting and a final top layer of creamy dreamy chocolate. Mint Chocolate Brownies are perfection!

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    How To Make Mint Chocolate Brownies

    Step 1 – Make The Brownies

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla extract and beat on medium speed until creamy and free of lumps. Add the melted chocolate and mix until just combined.

    In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Mix well. Gradually add to the butter-sugar mixture and beat on medium speed until just combined.

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool.

    Step 2 – Make The Frosting

    In a large bowl, mix (using whisk attachments) the butter with a hand-held or stand mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar until just combined.

    Add the milk, peppermint extract and food coloring (if using) and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Spread in an even layer over the cooled brownies.

    Step 3 – Make The Chocolate Topping

    Combine the butter and chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals in the microwave (stirring after each) until creamy and free of lumps.

    Pour the chocolate over the top of the mint frosting and spread in an even layer. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour, cut into squares and serve!

    Brownie square with mint frosting on a plate and a fork next to it

    The BEST Mint Buttercream Frosting

    Don’t get me wrong, the chocolatey brownies in this recipe are FANTASTIC. But I must say that the Mint Buttercream Frosting is the star of the show. It is delectable, minty, irresistible and it should not be limited to just this recipe.

    Spread it over chocolate cupcakes or chocolate cookies! There are only 4 simple ingredients required to make Mint Buttercream Frosting, plus green food coloring, if you’re looking to be festive. Which brings me to..

    How To Make Minty Green Frosting

    If you are hoping to get that nice mint green color to match your mint frosting, it is super easy to accomplish. If using liquid food coloring, play around with yellow and blue until you’ve reached the desired color.

    The best and easiest way I’ve found to find that perfect minty hue is by using a combination of green and neon green gel coloring. I used approximately 1/2 teaspoon of each for the recipe shown in the photos.

    How To Store Brownies

    Cover brownie leftovers tightly and store at room temperature for 3-4 days, or refrigerated for 6-7 days. If you want to freeze the brownies, place in a sealed container and freeze for up to 6 months.

    Desserts To Bring To Dinner

    Mint Chocolate Brownies are the PERFECT dinner dessert, but if you are looking for other ideas, check these recipes out:

    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats
    • No Bake Strawberry Pie
    • Cherry Bars

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    Mint Chocolate Brownies Recipe

    Mint Chocolate Brownies: Delicious mint frosting sandwiched between perfect, chocolatey brownies and creamy chocolate. Take your next pan of brownies to the next level by combining fudgy and minty! Perfect party food or dinner dessert!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 15
    Calories: 699kcal
    Author: Megan Porta

    Ingredients

    BROWNIES

    • 1 cup salted butter softened
    • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips melted
    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
    • 1 tsp baking soda
    • 1 tsp salt

    MINT FROSTING

    • 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
    • 3 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar
    • 2 tbsp milk
    • 1 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
    • Green food coloring if desired

    CHOCOLATE TOPPING

    • 1/2 cup salted butter
    • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

    Instructions

    MAKE THE BROWNIES

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer), combine the butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla extract and beat on medium speed until creamy and free of lumps. Add the melted chocolate and mix until just combined.
    • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Mix well. Gradually add to the butter-sugar mixture and beat on medium speed until just combined.
    • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool.

    MAKE THE FROSTING

    • In a large bowl, mix (using whisk attachments) the butter with a hand-held or stand mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar until just combined. Add the milk, peppermint extract and food coloring (if using) and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Spread in an even layer over the cooled brownies.

    MAKE THE CHOCOLATE TOPPING

    • Combine the butter and chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals in the microwave (stirring after each) until creamy and free of lumps. Pour the chocolate over the top of the mint frosting and spread in an even layer. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour, cut into squares and serve!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 699kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 485mg | Potassium: 256mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 61g | Vitamin A: 901IU | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg
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