Chocolate Mint Brownies Recipe

Ingredients for Chocolate Mint Brownies

How to Make Chocolate Mint Brownies

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Stir in 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
6. In a small bowl, whisk 2 large eggs and add them to the batter, mixing until well incorporated.
7. Stir in ½ cup chocolate syrup (optional, for extra chocolate intensity).
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before adding the toppings.
11. **For the Mint Ganache:** In a medium bowl, melt ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter. Stir in 2 ½ cups powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons crème de menthe until smooth and creamy.
12. Pour the ganache evenly over the cooled brownies.
13. **For the Chocolate Drizzle:** Melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 6 tablespoons unsalted butter in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
14. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the mint ganache.
15. Refrigerate the brownies for at least 30 minutes to allow the toppings to set before cutting into 2-inch squares.