Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies (Printable)
Fudgy brownies layered with refreshing mint and chocolate chips for a decadent finish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Brownie Layer
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
→ Mint Layer
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons milk
12 - 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
13 - Green food coloring (optional)
→ Chocolate Topping
14 - 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
02 - Melt butter in a mixing bowl. Whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
03 - Sift cocoa powder, flour, and salt into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
04 - Fold in semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread into an even layer.
05 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely in the pan before proceeding.
06 - Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring if desired. Mix until smooth and spreadable.
07 - Spread the mint mixture evenly over the cooled brownie base. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set the layer.
08 - Melt chocolate chips and butter together using a microwave or double boiler, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy.
09 - Pour the chocolate ganache over the mint layer and spread evenly. Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes until completely set.
10 - Cut into 12 equal squares. Serve chilled or bring to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
# Tips from dashanddishes:
01 -
- The texture is pure magic, fudgy brownie meets silky mint meets snappy chocolate topping
- They actually taste better after chilling, making them perfect for make ahead moments
02 -
- Cutting these when they are fully set gives the cleanest squares, use a warm knife for extra precision
- Store them in the refrigerator, the mint layer softens too much at room temperature
03 -
- Use a hot knife dipped in water between cuts for perfectly clean edges
- Wrap the whole pan in plastic before refrigerating to prevent the chocolate from absorbing fridge odors