Description
Indulge in the festive delight of dark chocolate peppermint brownies, where rich cocoa meets a refreshing hint of mint. These fudgy treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, creating unforgettable moments with every bite. Easy to make and visually stunning, they will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate and butter together in short bursts until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until combined. Stir in melted chocolate mixture and peppermint extract until creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and cocoa powder together. Gradually fold into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Optional: Fold in chocolate chips for added sweetness.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (45g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg