Description
Peppermint Brownies are a decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate with a refreshing hint of peppermint. These fudgy delights are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, from cozy nights at home to festive gatherings. With their irresistible aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these brownies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in peppermint extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and flour. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Allow cooling before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (about 40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg