Mint Brownies Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Mint Brownies that boast a luscious ganache topping, a creamy mint filling, and a rich brownie base. The perfect blend of chocolate and mint flavors makes these brownies a standout dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 32 brownies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Brownies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, cut into pieces
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- ¼ cup Andes creme de menthe baking chips (optional)
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon mint extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (65 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Mint Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, softened
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- ½ teaspoon mint extract
- 1 tablespoon water
- 4 drops green gel food coloring
Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, 8 ounces, chips or block, roughly chopped
Topping:
- ½ cup Andes creme de menthe baking chips (optional)
Instructions
- Brownies: Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare baking dish. Melt butter, chocolate, and chips. Stir in sugar, extracts, eggs, flour, and salt. Bake and cool.
- Mint Filling: Beat butter until fluffy. Add remaining ingredients and mix until creamy. Spread over cooled brownies.
- Chocolate Ganache: Place chocolate in a bowl. Simmer cream and pour over chocolate. Whisk until smooth. Let cool before pouring over mint layer.
Notes
- Store brownies in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- To freeze, wrap in plastic and foil, then in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
- Thaw before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 222 kcal
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 28mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 36mg
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