Description
Mint brownies create a delightful chocolate dessert that combines rich cocoa with refreshing peppermint. Rich fudge layers and cool mint frosting make this treat irresistible for chocolate enthusiasts seeking a classic indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 + ½ cups (350 ml) sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup (170 g) butter (melted)
- ¾ cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup (95 g) unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 3 cups (360 g) confectioners’ sugar
- 5 tbsps softened butter
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
- 1 tbsp milk (if needed)
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
- 4 or 5 drops green food coloring
- 1 bag small peppermint patties
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to 350°F, line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring complete bottom and side coverage.
- Chocolate Base: Blend melted butter, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder using an electric mixer until smooth and uniform, creating a rich chocolate foundation.
- Egg Integration: Fold eggs into the chocolate mixture, beating on low speed to create a creamy, well-incorporated batter.
- Flour Incorporation: Gently mix in flour and baking powder, stirring minimally to preserve the delicate brownie texture.
- Baking Process: Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-22 minutes. Allow brownies to cool completely at room temperature for approximately one hour.
- Mint Frosting Creation: Whip butter and sour cream until fluffy, gradually adding powdered sugar while beating. Adjust consistency with milk if needed, then infuse with peppermint extract and green food coloring.
- Frosting Application: Once brownies have cooled, apply a smooth, even layer of mint frosting across the entire surface.
- Chilling and Finishing: Refrigerate for 20-25 minutes to set the frosting, then slice into 20 squares. Garnish each piece with a peppermint patty in the center.
- Storage: Preserve brownies in an airtight container, keeping them cool and dry for optimal freshness over 3-4 days.
Notes
- Butter Temperature Matters: Use room temperature butter for smoother mixing and better incorporation of ingredients, ensuring a more consistent brownie texture.
- Avoid Overmixing Batter: Gently fold flour to prevent tough brownies; stop mixing as soon as ingredients are just combined for a tender, fudgy result.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a stable, neat frosting layer.
- Frosting Consistency Check: Adjust frosting thickness by adding milk gradually; aim for a spreadable texture that holds its shape without being too runny or stiff.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking, Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 21
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg