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Ultimate Fudgy Peppermint Brownies with Candy Cane Crunch

Two slices of fudgy peppermint brownies topped with thick white frosting and crushed candy canes.
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Make rich, fudgy peppermint brownies using a simple one-bowl method. Top these decadent chocolate mint squares with creamy peppermint frosting and crushed candy canes for a perfect holiday dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup crushed peppermint candies (for batter)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (for frosting)
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ 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 on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fully combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and the first measure of crushed peppermint candies.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, indicating a fudgy texture.
  9. While the brownies cool completely, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  10. Add the milk and the second measure of peppermint extract. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the frosting is too stiff.
  11. Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the top.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining crushed peppermint candies over the frosting before it sets.
  13. Cut into squares and serve these rich chocolate mint treats.

Notes

  • For the fudgiest texture, slightly underbake the brownies by about 2 minutes.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor in these chocolate mint bars.
  • If you do not have peppermint extract, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and increase the peppermint flavor via the candy canes.

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