Brownies with a Chocolate Glaze and Mint Frosting
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these decadent Brownies with a Chocolate Glaze and Mint Frosting. Featuring a rich, fudgy brownie base made with melted butter and semisweet chocolate, this recipe is elevated by a creamy layer of cool, peppermint-infused frosting, accented with a delicate touch of green food coloring for a festive flair. Topped off with a luxurious dark chocolate glaze, these brownies strike the perfect balance between velvety richness and refreshing minty brightness. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you’re craving a sophisticated sweet treat, this impressive dessert is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to delight your taste buds. With just 25 minutes of prep time, these brownies are destined to be the show-stopping highlight of your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Semisweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Brown sugar
- 3 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 125 grams All-purpose flour
- 30 grams Cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 150 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Peppermint extract
- 2 drops Green food coloring (optional)
- 100 grams Dark chocolate chips
- 60 milliliters Heavy cream (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and semisweet chocolate chips together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Whisk in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely in the pan.
To make the mint frosting, beat the powdered sugar, heavy cream, peppermint extract, and food coloring (if using) together in a medium bowl until smooth and spreadable. Adjust the consistency with more cream or powdered sugar as needed.
Spread the mint frosting evenly over the cooled brownies, then chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set.
For the chocolate glaze, heat the dark chocolate chips and cream in a small saucepan over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Pour the glaze over the mint frosting layer, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate again for 30 minutes or until the glaze is set.
Once set, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 12 squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 281.0 g | 360% | |
| Saturated Fat | 161.7 g | 808% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1044 mg | 348% | |
| Sodium | 894 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 741.1 g | 269% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.5 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 595.5 g | ||
| Protein | 59.2 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 2207 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
