Description
These Mint Brownies are the kind of easy dessert bars that always get attention the moment I set them on the table. They start with a rich fudgy brownie base, get topped with a smooth peppermint filling, and finish with a glossy chocolate layer that makes every bite feel extra special. If you are looking for an easy recipe for holiday baking, party desserts, chocolate desserts, brownie bars, or fun food ideas for a sweet treat, this one checks every box with a cool mint twist and bakery-style layers.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 to 3 drops green food coloring
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then whisk until fully combined.
4. Stir in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt just until no dry streaks remain.
5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, or until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
7. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
8. For the mint layer, beat the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, peppermint extract, and green food coloring until smooth and spreadable.
9. Spread the mint layer evenly over the cooled brownies, then chill for 20 to 30 minutes.
10. Melt the chocolate chips and butter together, stirring until smooth.
11. Pour the chocolate topping over the chilled mint layer and spread it evenly.
12. Chill the brownies until the topping is set, then slice into squares and serve.
Notes
Let the brownie layer cool completely before adding the mint filling so the layers stay neat and distinct.
For cleaner slices, chill the pan well and wipe the knife between each cut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 286
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 82mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
Keywords: mint brownies, fudgy brownies, chocolate mint dessert, brownie bars, easy dessert, holiday dessert, party dessert, chocolate dessert