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!
INGREDIENTS
1 cup salted butter softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips melte
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
INGREDIENTSMint 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
INGREDIENTSChocolate Topping
1/2 cup salted butter
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
STEP 1
Using a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla extract and beat on medium speed until creamy.
STEP 2
STEP 3
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.
STEP 4
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 5
Make The Frosting:
In a large bowl, mix the butter until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar until just combined.
Add the remaining ingredients and spread in an even layer over the cooled brownies.
STEP 6
Make The Chocolate Topping
Combine the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals in the microwave until creamy. Pour the chocolate over the top of the mint frosting and spread in an even layer.
STEP 7
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.
HOW TO STORE
The marriage of mint and chocolate nearly rivals that of peanut butter and chocolate