Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Frosted Peppermint Brownie Cookies, where rich, fudgy brownie meets a creamy mint frosting. These irresistible treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. With their delightful combination of flavors and textures, they will transport you to cherished childhood memories and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack while making frosting; mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Generously frost cooled cookies and top with crushed peppermint candies if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg