Description
Deliciously rich chocolate brownies with a refreshing peppermint twist, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- Crushed peppermint candies (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Melt the butter in a large bowl and mix in the granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gradually stir into the wet mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and peppermint extract.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool and top with crushed peppermint candies before serving.
Notes
Avoid overmixing to keep brownies tender. Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg