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One Bowl Peppermint Brownies Recipe

One Bowl Peppermint Brownies Recipe
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Indulge in the cool, refreshing taste of peppermint with these rich and fudgy one-bowl peppermint brownies. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you’re craving a festive treat.

Ingredients

Brownies:

  • 12 Tbsp. butter, unsalted
  • 1 1/4 cups chocolate chips, divided
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed (light or dark)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp. peppermint extract
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. espresso powder (optional)
  • Peppermint Candies/Candy Canes, crushed for garnish

Ganache:

  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp. peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp. butter, unsalted
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

    2. Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

  2. In a large microwavable safe bowl, combine the butter and ½ cup of the chocolate chips.

    3. Melt chocolate and butter in 30-second increments until fully melted, stirring in between intervals. Shouldn’t take longer than 1 min 30 sec.

  3. Add cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder if using. Stir.
  4. Add in white and brown sugars. Stir.
  5. Whisk in eggs, one at a time.
  6. Whisk in peppermint extract and oil.
  7. Fold in flour and chocolate chips just until combined.
  8. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, it should still have a few moist crumbs on it. Careful not to overbake.
  9. Allow to cool completely.
  10. Then make ganache. Place chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl and set aside.

    11. Heat cream in a small saucepan over medium heat just until warm, do not let it boil. Pour the warm cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 3-4 minutes. The warm cream will melt the chocolate. Whisk/stir until smooth and creamy. Add in the peppermint extract, butter, pinch of salt, and stir again.

  11. Spread evenly on top of cooled brownies & garnish with crushed peppermint candy canes.
  12. Place in the fridge for at least an hour for ganache to set up.
  13. Cut into squares with a sharp knife to make clean cuts and enjoy.

Notes

  • For an extra minty kick, add a drop of peppermint extract to the brownie batter.
  • Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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