Peppermint Brownies (Christmas Brownies)
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Peppermint Brownies (Christmas Brownies)
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This and chewy Peppermint Brownies topped with peppermint buttercream frosting and chocolate glaze. They're delicious, festive, and everyone's favorite Christmas brownies.
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Ingredients
Brownies:
- 4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
- 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Peppermint Frosting:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 Tablespoons butter , softened
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 Tablespoon milk
- drop of red food coloring (optional, to make it pink)
Chocolate Glaze:
- 1 cup chopped high quality semi-sweet chocolate (or Guittard or Ghirardelli chocolate chips)
- 4-5 candy canes , crushed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x13 pan with parchment, or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Melt chocolate: Roughly chop the chocolate baking squares and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Cut the butter into tablespoon pieces and place in the bowl with the chopped baking chocolate. Melt the chocolate and butter in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. Set aside.
- Wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs for about 3 minutes until frothy. Add the sugar and vanilla and beat. Add melted chocolate mixture that you set aside.
- Combine flour and baking powder and gently stir into the brownie batter just until combined. Pour batter into prepared 9×13 pan.
- Bake for 23-27 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool completely before frosting.
- Peppermint Frosting: Combine all frosting ingredients and beat until light and fluffy. Add a little bit more milk to thin the frosting if needed. Gently spread the frosting over the cooled brownies.
- Chocolate Glaze: Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and cook in 30 second intervals, stirring after each time, until smooth. Drizzle the chocolate over the brownies and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
Notes
- Make Ahead Instructions: Peppermint frosting can be made days ahead of time, stored in the fridge in an airtight container. Allow to come to room temperature before using.
- Freezing Instructions: Peppermint brownies can be frozen frosted or unfrosted, in a freezer safe container or bag for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
288kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
56mg
(19%)
Sodium
95mg
(4%)
Potassium
105mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
29g
(58%)
Vitamin A
330IU
(7%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 330IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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