Description
Peppermint Bark Brownies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint for a delightful dessert experience. These fudgy brownies are topped with a creamy layer of peppermint bark and crushed candy canes, adding both flavor and festive flair to your gatherings. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging during cozy nights in, this recipe is a must-try that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in granulated sugar until combined and slightly warm.
- Remove from heat and whisk in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients.
- Gently mix in chocolate chips then pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- For the topping, melt additional chocolate chips in the microwave and pour over cooled brownies; sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg