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One Bowl Peppermint Brownies

One Bowl Peppermint Brownies You’ll Crave for the Holidays

Delight in these One Bowl Peppermint Brownies, combining rich chocolate and refreshing mint for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 3 pieces Peppermint Candy Canes Crushed, for garnish
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chunks Substitute with semi-sweet chocolate for a sweeter brownie
  • 1/2 cup Butter Unsalted, for better control over saltiness
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Large Eggs Room temperature for better mixing
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder Sifted for a lump-free mix
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
For the Topping
  • 2 pieces Additional Crushed Candy Canes For topping while brownies are hot

Equipment

  • 8" metal square baking pan
  • heat-safe bowl
  • Microwave or double boiler
  • Spatula
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8" metal square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt dark chocolate chunks and unsalted butter together in a heat-safe bowl using the microwave or double boiler.
  3. Whisk in granulated sugar until the mixture is shiny and thick.
  4. Add in large eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Whisk until the mixture reaches the ribbon stage.
  5. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold in the dry ingredients and half of the crushed candy canes.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 23-26 minutes until the center is set.
  7. Sprinkle remaining crushed candy canes on top while brownies are hot.
  8. Cool brownies in the pan for at least one hour before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For clean cuts, use a knife dipped in warm water. Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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