Description
Rich chocolate brownies with a refreshing peppermint flavor, topped with a peppermint glaze.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red and green sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter and unsweetened chocolate together in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
- Stir the granulated sugar into the chocolate mixture.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth.
- Spread the glaze over the cooled brownies.
- If desired, sprinkle with red and green sprinkles.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For a more intense peppermint flavor, you can add a few drops of peppermint oil to the batter.
- Ensure your chocolate is good quality for the best flavor.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American