Mint Swirl Brownies
Indulge in the decadent fusion of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint with these irresistible Mint Swirl Brownies. Featuring a fudgy brownie base swirled with a creamy, mint-infused cream cheese layer tinted with a festive green hue, these brownies are as stunning as they are delicious. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate, a hint of cocoa, and a swirl of peppermint creates a balanced treat perfect for holidays, special gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a unique dessert. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an easy marble swirl technique, this showstopping recipe is surprisingly simple to make. Serve these squares chilled for a cool and satisfying bite or at room temperature to savor the full depth of flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.25 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 4 drops green food coloring
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and fully combined.
Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and mix well. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
Once slightly cooled, whisk in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until no streaks remain. Set batter aside.
In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and green food coloring until smooth and creamy. Adjust the amount of food coloring for desired intensity.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Drop small spoonfuls of the mint mixture randomly over the batter.
Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the mint mixture into the brownie batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into squares and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.8 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.9 g | 694% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 994 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 1812 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 585.1 g | 213% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 447.9 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 1494 mg | 32% | |
*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.
