Description

These fudgy mint chocolate brownies combine rich, gooey chocolate with a refreshing peppermint flavor for a quick, comforting, and easy homemade treat.

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
Optional toppings: ¼ cup (45g) chocolate chips or chunks, crushed peppermint candies, sea salt flakes

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
Melt the butter gently in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stove.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until combined and slightly glossy.
Add eggs one at a time, whisking until smooth. Stir in peppermint extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture with a rubber spatula until no flour streaks remain. Fold in optional chocolate chips or crushed peppermint candies if desired.
Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top if using.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Avoid overbaking.
Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Use parchment overhang to lift brownies out and cut into squares.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better mixing. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough brownies. Start checking for doneness at 25 minutes to keep brownies fudgy. Lining the pan with parchment paper helps with easy removal. Fresh peppermint extract is recommended for best flavor. Brownies taste better after a day and can be stored in the fridge or freezer.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 brownie square (1/
Calories: 160
Sugar: 16
Sodium: 70
Fat: 7
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 22
Fiber: 1
Protein: 2

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