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Peppermint Brownies

This recipe for peppermint brownies is fudgy chocolate squares topped with cream cheese frosting, a layer of chocolate and crushed candy canes. The perfect holiday treat!

Prep Time
40 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 323 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 box brownie mix
  • eggs, oil and water as called for on the box of brownie mix
  • cooking spray
For the peppermint frosting"
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
For the chocolate topping:
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup Crushed candy canes

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9x9 inch square pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on both sides.
  2. Prepare the brownie mix according to package directions.
  3. Cool completely in the pan.
  4. To make the frosting: Beat the butter and cream cheese with a mixer until light and fluffy. Add the milk and beat until blended. Slowly add the powdered sugar and mix until thoroughly combined. Stir in the peppermint extract.
  5. Spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the brownies, then chill in the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. For the chocolate topping: Place the chocolate chips and butter in a bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments until melted. Stir until smooth. Spread evenly over the cream cheese layer and top with crushed candy canes.
  7. Chill the brownies for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Remove from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into squares, then serve.

Notes

  • Chill the brownies before adding each layer. This helps prevent the layers from running together.
  • To crush candy canes, place them in a sealed plastic bag and cover with a towel. Use a rolling pin or the flat end of a meat mallet to crush the candy.
  • To cut these brownies into neat squares chill the brownies before you cut them. Also, make sure to clean your knife in between cuts to get the neatest possible result.

Nutrition Information

Calories 323kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 39mg (13%) Sodium 166mg (7%) Sugar 35g (70%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 323

% Daily Value*

Calories 323kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 166mg 7%
Sugar 35g 70%

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