Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies (Printable Version)

Rich, fudgy layers combined with cool mint and chocolate chips for a decadent treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ For the Brownie Layer

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 tsp salt
08 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

→ For the Mint Layer

09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
11 - 2 tbsp milk
12 - 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
13 - Green food coloring (optional)

→ For the Chocolate Topping

14 - 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
15 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, melt the butter. Whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
03 - Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Mix until just combined.
04 - Fold in chocolate chips. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
05 - Bake 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely.
06 - Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and a few drops of green food coloring (if using); mix until smooth and spreadable.
07 - Spread the mint layer evenly over the cooled brownies. Refrigerate 20 minutes to set.
08 - Melt chocolate chips and butter together in the microwave or double boiler, stirring until smooth.
09 - Pour the chocolate topping over the mint layer. Spread evenly and refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
10 - Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Tips from hearthlykitchen:

01 -
  • The texture contrast between fudgy brownie, creamy mint, and snappy chocolate topping is absolutely addictive
  • These taste like a bakery treat but come together with basic pantry staples and zero fancy techniques
  • The chilling time means you can make them a day ahead and they actually get better with a little patience
02 -
  • The brownies must be completely cool before you add the mint layer or the butter will melt and slide right off
  • Refrigerating between layers is non-negotiable for those clean, professional looking slices
  • Use a hot knife wiped clean between cuts for the sharpest edges
03 -
  • Warm your knife under hot water and wipe it clean between every few cuts for those bakery perfect edges
  • Add a pinch of espresso powder to the brownie batter to intensify the chocolate flavor

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