Minty Fudgy Brownies

Indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with these Minty Fudgy Brownies, a holiday-inspired treat that’s irresistible all year round. Featuring a decadent base made with melted semisweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate chunks, this recipe delivers an ultra-moist and fudgy texture in every bite. The robust flavors are balanced by the cool, crisp notes of peppermint extract and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candies on top, giving these brownies a festive flair. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a bake time of under 30 minutes, these crowd-pleasers are as easy to make as they are to devour. Perfect for dessert tables, gift-giving, or a cozy night in, these brownies are sure to become a favorite for any chocolate lover craving a minty twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons peppermint extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chunks
• 0.25 cup crushed peppermint candies

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the edges to overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and semisweet chocolate chips together, stirring continuously until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Pour the melted butter and chocolate mixture into the bowl and whisk until combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the dark chocolate chunks and half of the crushed peppermint candies, reserving the rest for topping.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining crushed peppermint candies on top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few fudgy crumbs (not wet batter).

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 12 pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1297.5 grams (1297.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5145

Total Fat 225.70g	289%
Saturated Fat 130.00g	650%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 992mg	331%
Sodium 1531mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 782.50g	285%
Dietary Fiber 49.10g	175%
Total Sugars 618.90g
Protein 72.10g	144%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 532mg	41%
Iron 41mg	230%
Potassium 3097mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 57.4%