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Peppermint Bark Brownies

Our decadent Peppermint Bark Brownies are packed with white chocolate and peppermint pieces, just like the classic holiday candy!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 515 kcal
Course: Dessert

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate peppermint bits
For the white chocolate ganache:
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or almond bark
  • PLUS additional 1 cup white chocolate peppermint bits and/or crushed candy canes for garnish

Instructions

To Make the Brownies
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  1. Preheat oven to 350F°F and prep a square baking pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, salt and baking powder.
  5. Add half of the dry ingredients into the butter-sugar mixture, beat well, then add remaining half.
  6. Fold in 1/2 cup white chocolate peppermint chips and then spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the center is firm to the touch and the edges are crisp and pull away from the edges of the pan.
  8. Allow to cool.
To Make the White Chocolate Frosting
  1. Add milk, butter and sugar to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until melted and smooth.
  2. Remove from heat and then add the vanilla extract and white chocolate chips. Stir until completely melted.
  3. Pour the white chocolate ganache over the brownies and smooth with a spatula.
  4. Sprinkle the additional white chocolate peppermint bits or crushed candy canes on the ganache while it is still wet. Let set.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is an estimate only.
  • Prep Tips:
  • Shortcut Recipe - This recipe is written with a from-scratch brownie recipe. However, you can absolutely use a boxed brownie mix to save time and make this recipe even easier! If starting from a box mix, prepare the brownie batter according to package directions. Fold in the white chocolate peppermint bits, then bake as the directions state. Then you can skip ahead to the frosting step later in the recipe!
  • Storage - Keep leftover brownies covered or in an airtight container at room temperature. They do not require refrigeration. When properly stored, they can stay good for 3-5 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 515kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 67g (22%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 68mg (23%) Sodium 354mg (15%) Potassium 186mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 61g (122%) Vitamin A 454IU (9%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 109mg (11%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 515

% Daily Value*

Calories 515kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 67g 22%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 68mg 23%
Sodium 354mg 15%
Potassium 186mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 61g 122%
Vitamin A 454IU 9%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 109mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.