Peppermint Chocolate Brownies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in these decadent brownies! This tried-and-true recipe delivers intensely fudgy brownies, perfectly frosted and drizzled with a luscious chocolate-peppermint topping. A holiday classic, perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 31 mins
Calories 1099.7 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Peppermint Chocolate Brownies

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, divided
  • Unsweetened Chocolate
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Pecans
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Peppermint Extract
  • Whipping Cream
  • Semisweet Chocolate

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How to Make Peppermint Chocolate Brownies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Melt 6 ounces of the chocolate and ½ cup (1 stick) of the butter in a double boiler or microwave. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add the cooled chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, beating until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in the nuts (if using).
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 16-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  11. While the brownies cool, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, cream together the remaining ½ cup (1 stick) of butter and the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  12. Gradually add the heavy cream and peppermint extract, beating until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  13. Frost the cooled brownies evenly.
  14. Melt the remaining 6 ounces of chocolate and the remaining butter in a microwave or double boiler.
  15. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the frosting.
  16. Cut into bars and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

440g

Fat

174g

Carbs

43g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peppermint Chocolate Brownies?

Peppermint Chocolate Brownies takes about 51 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 31 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peppermint Chocolate Brownies?

Peppermint Chocolate Brownies has approximately 1099.7 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 43 g carbohydrates and 100 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peppermint Chocolate Brownies?

The key ingredients for Peppermint Chocolate Brownies are Butter, Unsweetened Chocolate, Eggs, Sugar, Vanilla, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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