Description
Indulge in these decadent, three-tiered Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies. Featuring a rich, fudgy base made with browned butter and dark chocolate, topped with a smooth, refreshing mint frosting and a glossy chocolate ganache layer. Perfect for gatherings or a quiet moment of sweetness, these brownies offer a sophisticated balance between intensity and cooling peppermint, making them a timeless treat for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, browned
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper.
Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until nutty and fragrant, then remove from heat.
Whisk in 8 oz chocolate chips until melted, then stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Let the brownies cool completely.
For the mint layer, beat powdered sugar, 1/4 cup softened butter, 2 tbsp cream, and peppermint extract until smooth and spread over cooled brownies.
Place in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up.
Heat 1/2 cup cream until simmering, pour over 1 cup chocolate chips, whisk until smooth, and spread over the mint layer.
Chill until set before slicing into squares.
Notes
Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before adding the mint layer to prevent melting. You can decorate with extra chocolate shavings or crushed peppermint candies if desired. Store in the refrigerator for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg