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Peppermint Brownies Recipe

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These Peppermint Brownies combine rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with a refreshing peppermint frosting, perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you want a festive treat. The brownies are studded with peppermint chips for bursts of minty flavor, topped with a creamy peppermint glaze, and sprinkled with crushed candy canes for extra crunch and decoration.

Ingredients

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For the Brownie

  • 10 tablespoons (140 g) unsalted butter
  • 2/3 cup + 1/4 cup (156 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) dark brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon (90 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup (95 g) peppermint baking chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

For the Peppermint Frosting

  • 2 1/2 cups (300 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3–5 tablespoons hot boiling water
  • Peppermint baking chips and crushed candy canes, for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt butter and chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together, then whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Mix sugars and eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and egg yolk for about 1 minute until fully combined and slightly thickened.
  4. Combine chocolate mixture: Gradually stream the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar-egg mixture while whisking to combine everything evenly.
  5. Add dry ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, peppermint baking chips, and salt until just incorporated without overmixing.
  6. Bake the brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  7. Make the peppermint frosting: In a large bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, and peppermint extract. Add 3 tablespoons of hot boiling water and mix with a rubber spatula until thick but spreadable. Add more water a little at a time if needed to reach desired consistency.
  8. Frost the brownies: Spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the cooled brownies using an offset spatula. Sprinkle additional peppermint chips and crushed candy canes on top.
  9. Set the frosting: Allow the frosting to set for 2-3 hours at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  10. Serve: Cut into 16 squares and enjoy your festive peppermint brownies!

Notes

  • Measure dry ingredients properly using the spoon-level method or a kitchen scale to avoid dense brownies.
  • Use a metal baking pan instead of glass or ceramic for more even heat conduction and consistent baking times.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter when adding flour to keep brownies fudgy.
  • The frosting consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less hot water; add water gradually to avoid a runny frosting.
  • Let the brownies cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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