Creme De Menthe Brownies
Indulge in the decadent layers of Creme De Menthe Brownies, a mint-chocolate lover's dream dessert. These rich, fudgy brownies are topped with a velvety crème de menthe frosting that adds a refreshing burst of mint flavor, perfectly complemented by a luxurious layer of silky chocolate glaze. Easy to prepare with pantry staples and a splash of crème de menthe liqueur, this recipe brings together the irresistible combination of chocolate and mint in every bite. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a treat to elevate your dessert game, these brownies are an impressive crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for brownies)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons crème de menthe liqueur
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.
Add the granulated sugar to the saucepan and stir until fully incorporated. Let cool slightly.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan.
To make the crème de menthe frosting, beat 0.5 cup of softened butter and 2 cups of powdered sugar together until smooth. Add the crème de menthe liqueur and mix until creamy and spreadable.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the frosting.
For the chocolate glaze, melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 0.25 cup of unsalted butter in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth.
Pour the chocolate glaze over the chilled frosting layer, spreading evenly. Refrigerate again until the glaze is set, about 1 hour.
Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 436.5 g | 560% | |
| Saturated Fat | 266.7 g | 1334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1650 mg | 550% | |
| Sodium | 1505 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1013.7 g | 369% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 100.3 g | 358% | |
| Total Sugars | 748.2 g | ||
| Protein | 98.8 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 52.0 mg | 289% | |
| Potassium | 4134 mg | 88% | |
*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.
