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Ultimate Fudgy One-Bowl Peppermint Brownies

A decadent square of peppermint brownies topped with light green mint frosting and crushed candy canes.
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Make rich, fudgy peppermint brownies in a single bowl for easy preparation. These brownies feature a deep chocolate flavor with a refreshing mint finish, perfect for holiday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies (for batter)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until fully combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract.
  4. Whisk in the cocoa powder and salt until no lumps remain.
  5. Add the flour and mix until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and the 1/2 cup of crushed peppermint candies.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, indicating a fudgy texture.
  9. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. While cooling, prepare the frosting: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract until smooth and spreadable.
  11. Once the brownies are cool, spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the top.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of crushed peppermint candies over the frosting.
  13. Cut into squares and serve your decadent peppermint brownies.

Notes

  • For an extra fudgy texture, slightly underbake by about 2 minutes.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor in these chocolate mint brownies.
  • If you prefer a peppermint bark brownie, melt 4 ounces of white chocolate and drizzle it over the frosting before adding the crushed candies.

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