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Peppermint Brownies Recipe

Layered peppermint brownies are a delicious treat with a brownie base, creamy center, and chocolate & peppermint topping!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Refrigerate30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 15
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 1 (18.3-ounce) box fudge brownie mix plus the ingredeints on the back
  • cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened, divided
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • cups mini chocolate chips
  • crushed candy canes

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13 baking pan.
  • Prepare brownies as directed on box. Pour into the prepared pan. Bake 20-25 minutes.
  • While brownies are cooling, beat powdered sugar, ½ cup butter (softened), cream, and peppermint in a large bowl. Spread evenly over cooled brownies.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • In a small pot melt mini chocolate chips and ½ cup butter on low heat, stirring constantly. Spread over chilled brownies.
  • Sprinkle with candy cane pieces and chill again for 30 - 60 minutes to help set up quicker, if desired.

Notes

STORE. I like these chocolate peppermint brownies chilled so I store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • You can keep them in a container at room temperature, but the layers soften and melt together a bit. 
FREEZE. Flash freeze in a large block or smaller pieces until it is solid. Wrap with plastic wrap then again with foil, or place in a Freezer Ziploc for 1-2 months.
  • Unwrap before thawing so that the frosting layers don't stick to the plastic.

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1.2mg