Peppermint Brownies Chocolate Frosted (Print Version)
Fudgy brownies layered with peppermint frosting and dark chocolate, finished with crushed candy.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Brownies
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1 cup unsalted butter
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½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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2 cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon baking powder
→ For the Topping
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon peppermint extract
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2 tablespoons milk, any variety
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1 cup Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers, melted
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½ cup crushed peppermint candy
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper and set it aside.
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In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips and sugar until blended.
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Add eggs, one at a time, stirring after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Add cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder to the mixture. Mix just until the dry ingredients are blended. Do not overmix.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before adding the topping.
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In a mixing bowl, beat butter with powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and milk for about 3-4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
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Spread the frosting evenly onto the cooled brownies.
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Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl for one minute. Stir until smooth and drizzle over the frosted brownies.
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Immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint candy over the drizzled chocolate.
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Allow the chocolate to set for about one hour. Slice into squares and serve.