Description
Rich, fudgy brownies topped with a creamy mint layer and finished with a luscious dark chocolate drizzle perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a chocolate-mint treat!
Ingredients
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For the Brownie Base:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Mint Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
For the Chocolate Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
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Prepare the Brownies:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt, stirring until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let brownies cool completely before adding the mint layer.
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Make the Mint Layer:
- In a bowl, beat softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract, mixing until creamy.
- Add green food coloring if desired.
- Spread evenly over the cooled brownies and chill for 30 minutes to set.
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Add the Chocolate Drizzle:
- Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle over the chilled mint layer.
- Let set before slicing into 12 brownies.
Notes
- Use dark cocoa powder for a deeper chocolate flavor.
- Swap dark chocolate for white chocolate drizzle for a fun contrast!
- Store in the fridge for a cool, refreshing treat.
