Mint Chocolate Brownies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required on box)
→ Mint Buttercream
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¾ cup salted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon mint extract
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1-2 drops of green food coloring
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1-2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
→ Ganache
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven as indicated on brownie box. Line an 8x8 square baking pan with parchment paper. Prepare and bake brownies according to package instructions. Cool completely.
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Beat butter until smooth in a mixing bowl. Add powdered sugar and beat until combined. Add mint extract, green food coloring, and heavy cream. Beat until fluffy and smooth.
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Spread mint buttercream evenly over cooled brownies. Chill to firm up the buttercream.
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Heat heavy cream until steaming. Pour over chocolate chips. Let sit 3-4 minutes covered. Whisk until smooth.
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Spread ganache over chilled buttercream layer. Let set for 45-60 minutes at room temperature or 15 minutes in refrigerator. Cut into squares.
# Notes:
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Store at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerated for up to one week
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Can be frozen for up to 3 months
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Mint extract provides better flavor than peppermint
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Can be made in 9x13 pan for thinner layers
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Consider cutting into 1-inch squares as they are very rich