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Ultimate Fudgy Peppermint Brownies with Crushed Candy Cane Topping

A close-up of a rich, dark chocolate peppermint brownies slice topped with white frosting and crushed candy canes.
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Make these ultimate fudgy peppermint brownies for a rich, decadent holiday treat. This recipe features a dense, chocolatey base topped with cool peppermint frosting and crunchy crushed candy canes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for batter)
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2–3 drops green food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until fully combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips. Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  7. To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a medium bowl until creamy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, beating until smooth.
  8. Mix in the peppermint extract and food coloring, if using. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  9. Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the top.
  10. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the frosting immediately.
  11. Let the frosting set for about 30 minutes before cutting the peppermint brownies into squares.

Notes

  • For an extra fudgy texture, use melted dark chocolate instead of some of the cocoa powder.
  • You can make these one bowl brownies by mixing the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients directly in the main bowl.
  • Use high-quality peppermint extract for the best flavor in these chocolate mint brownies.

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