Mint Iced Brownies

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Servings: 9 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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Rich chocolate brownies topped with a cool mint cream and smooth chocolate ganache for a festive, layered dessert.
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These Mint Iced Brownies are a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the deep, fudgy richness of chocolate brownies with the refreshing coolness of mint. The base is a simple, moist brownie baked until tender, then layered with a light, creamy mint frosting infused with peppermint flavoring. A final layer of smooth chocolate icing adds an elegant finish, creating a beautiful visual contrast with the green mint layer. Perfect for holiday parties, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

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Mint Iced Brownies

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 9 servings Calories: 320

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These Mint Iced Brownies are a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the deep, fudgy richness of chocolate brownies with the refreshing coolness of mint. The base is a simple, moist brownie baked until tender, then layered with a light, creamy mint frosting infused with peppermint flavoring. A final layer of smooth chocolate icing adds an elegant finish, creating a beautiful visual contrast with the green mint layer. Perfect for holiday parties, St. Patrick's Day celebrations, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract, chopped pecans, and sifted flour. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Microwave the chocolate chips in a small glass measuring cup for 2-3 minutes, stirring after 1.5 minutes, until melted and smooth.
  6. Fold the melted chocolate into the brownie batter until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared 8-inch pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. For the mint layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  10. Gradually add the powdered sugar and evaporated milk, beating until smooth and creamy.
  11. Stir in the peppermint extract and green food coloring. Blend until the color is uniform and light green.
  12. Spread the mint frosting evenly over the cooled brownie layer.
  13. Refrigerate the brownies for at least 30 minutes to allow the mint layer to firm up.
  14. For the chocolate layer: Combine the semi-sweet chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
  15. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring every minute, until completely melted and smooth.
  16. Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly until it thickens just enough to spread but is still liquid.
  17. Carefully spread the chocolate ganache over the firm mint layer, working quickly to avoid disturbing the layers below.
  18. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the chocolate layer is set.
  19. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 9 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 11g56%
Cholesterol 65mg22%
Sodium 180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 35g
Protein 4g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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