Green Mint Brownies (Printable)
Fudgy chocolate squares with mint cream and glossy ganache for a decadent treat.
# What You Need:
→ Brownie Base
01 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
06 - ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Mint Cream Layer
08 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 1⅔ cups powdered sugar, sifted
10 - 2 tablespoons milk
11 - 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
12 - Green food coloring (optional)
→ Chocolate Ganache
13 - ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
14 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring overhang on sides for easy removal.
02 - Whisk melted butter and sugar in a bowl until combined. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt; fold gently until just combined.
03 - Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely in the pan.
04 - Beat softened butter with powdered sugar until fluffy. Add milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring. Beat until smooth and pale green. Spread evenly over cooled brownie base. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
05 - Melt chocolate chips and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly, then pour over mint layer, spreading evenly. Chill for at least 20 minutes until set.
06 - Remove brownies from pan using parchment. Cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for neat edges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The texture contrast between fudgy brownie, silky mint cream, and glossy ganache creates an incredible eating experience
- These look like they came from a fancy bakery but come together with simple techniques you already have
- They actually taste better after chilling overnight, making them perfect for preparing ahead of time
02 -
- Letting the brownie base cool completely before adding the mint layer is non negotiable, or the cream will melt into a mess
- Refrigerating the mint layer for the full 20 minutes before pouring ganache prevents the layers from bleeding into each other
03 -
- For an extra professional touch, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top of the ganache before it sets
- Freezing the whole pan before cutting makes the cleanest squares, just thaw slightly before serving