5 from 16 votes
Peppermint Brownies
Peppermint Brownies combine a rich double-chocolate brownie base with a creamy white chocolate and cream cheese frosting infused with vanilla and almond extracts. Crushed candy canes sprinkled on top add a festive crunch and a cool peppermint flavor, creating a dessert layered with chocolate richness and refreshing mint aftertaste.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings:
12
Calories:
362 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer:
- 2 brownie mix I like to use Ghirardelli double chocolate
For the White Chocolate Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or bark
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- candy canes
Instructions
For the Brownie Layer:
- Prepare boxed brownie mixes according to package instructions (see recipe notes). Bake in a greased 9x13 baking dish for 45-50 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
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For the White Chocolate Frosting:
- Beat together the cream cheese and butter. Add the vanilla and almond extract.
- Melt the white chocolate using the double broiler or in a microwave safe bowl for 30 seconds at a time on 5o% power. Be sure to stir every 30 seconds. Slowly blend it into cream cheese mixture.
- Then, add the powdered sugar and mix until thoroughly blended.
- Spread over the cooled brownies.
- Unwrap some candy canes and place them in a plastic bag. Use a kitchen mallet or rolling pin to crush the candy cane into small pieces.
- Sprinkle the candy cane pieces over the frosting.
Notes
- Use half sour cream and half water when mixing the brownie batter to improve moisture and texture.
- For a thinner brownie layer, bake the batter in a cookie sheet lined with cooking spray rather than a thicker pan, adjusting baking time to 25-30 minutes at 325°F.
- Crush candy canes by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and pounding with a mallet or rolling pin for easy topping.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before applying frosting to ensure it spreads smoothly.
Nutrition Information
Calories
362kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
52g
(17%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Cholesterol
36mg
(12%)
Sodium
115mg
(5%)
Potassium
82mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
51g
(102%)
Vitamin A
383IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
59mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 362kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 115mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 82mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 51g | 102% |
| Vitamin A | 383IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.