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Peppermint Candy Cane Brownies

The ultimate treat for the holidays, these peppermint candy cane brownies are made with layers of fudgy brownie, creamy mint frosting, chocolate ganache, and crushed peppermint. One bite and you’ll be filled with Christmas cheer!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 16 Servings
Calories: 498 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Brownie Ingredients:
  • 1 1/4 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ounce unsweetened chocolate
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
Mint Frosting:
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 drops Red food coloring just enough to make it pink
Chocolate Ganache:
  • 6 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
  • 6 tablespoons butter
Peppermint Topping:
  • 1/2 cup Crushed candy canes

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x13 with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Set aside. In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Chop the unsweetened chocolate and add it to a microwave safe bowl. Add the butter and microwave 30 seconds at a time stirring in between until melted and smooth. Set aside.
  3. In a stand mixer beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla for two minutes. Slowly add the melted chocolate until incorporated and add the flour mixture. Mix until just combined and pour into the 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until toothpick comes our clean. Let brownies completely cool on a wire rack and put in the fridge to chill.
  4. To make the Mint frosting, beat together powdered sugar, butter, peppermint extract, milk and red food coloring until fluffy. Spread evenly over the top of the brownie layer and put in the fridge to chill.
  5. To make the chocolate ganache: In a microwave safe bowl add the chocolate chips and butter. Cook in 30 second intervals stir until melted. Spread evenly over the mint frosting layer.
  6. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes on top and chill until the chocolate has hardened.

Notes

  • Originally posted December 11, 2014
  • Updated December 16, 2022

Nutrition Information

Calories 498kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 62g (21%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Cholesterol 91mg (30%) Sodium 121mg (5%) Potassium 161mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 49g (98%) Vitamin A 639IU (13%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 498

% Daily Value*

Calories 498kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 62g 21%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Cholesterol 91mg 30%
Sodium 121mg 5%
Potassium 161mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 49g 98%
Vitamin A 639IU 13%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 3mg 17%

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