Byu Mint Brownies
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of BYU Mint Brownies, a three-layer masterpiece that blends rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing minty twist. These homemade brownies feature a moist cocoa base, a luscious mint buttercream layer tinted with a hint of green, and a glossy chocolate glaze for the perfect finishing touch. Simple yet stunning, this crowd-pleasing dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or satisfying your sweet tooth. With just 30 minutes of prep time and classic ingredients like peppermint extract and semi-sweet chocolate, these brownies offer bakery-level flavor in the comfort of your own kitchen. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for the mint layer)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 drops green food coloring
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (for chocolate glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk in granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until smooth.
Add vanilla extract and one egg at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Stir in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
While the brownies are cooling, prepare the mint layer. In a medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with an electric mixer until fluffy. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and green food coloring until smooth and creamy.
Spread the mint layer evenly over the cooled brownies. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to set.
For the chocolate glaze, melt semi-sweet chocolate chips and 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter together in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler until smooth.
Pour the chocolate glaze over the chilled mint layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Chill again for 30 minutes, or until the glaze is firm.
Cut the Byu Mint Brownies into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 354.7 g | 455% | |
| Saturated Fat | 210.9 g | 1054% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1434 mg | 478% | |
| Sodium | 318 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 963.0 g | 350% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.9 g | 282% | |
| Total Sugars | 733.1 g | ||
| Protein | 85.7 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.3 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 42.4 mg | 236% | |
| Potassium | 3200 mg | 68% | |
*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.
