Peppermint Bark Brownies
Decadent peppermint bark brownies, rich and fudgy with a festive peppermint twist. These holiday treats are perfect for sharing or indulging!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the brownies are baking, melt the white chocolate chips with vegetable oil in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Once the brownies are out of the oven, immediately spread the melted white chocolate evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies over the white chocolate.
- Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. You can also add a swirl of peppermint frosting for extra peppermint flavor.
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