Mint Chocolate Brownies

Mint chocolate lovers will love the combination of fudgy chocolate brownies, fluffy mint buttercream, and a sweet chocolate layer on top of these decadent mint chocolate brownies.

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It’s time to break out your baking supplies because it’s the perfect weather for a batch of classic mint chocolate brownies. These decadent brownies are super moist and have an intense taste of mint flavor to satisfy any craving.

Chocolate Mint Brownies Ingredients

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Mint chocolate brownies are a heavenly treat for all the chocolate lovers out there.

The subtle yet refreshing flavor of mint infused with the richness of chocolate makes for a delightful combination.

The texture is soft and gooey, with the creamy mint buttercream and decadent chocolate ganache complementing the smoothness of the brownie.

You’ll need:

For The Brownies:

• 1 box of brownie mix plus ingredients listed on the box to make the brownies (typically eggs, oil, and water)

For The Mint Buttercream:

• ¾ cup of salted butter, softened
• 2 cups of powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon of mint extract
• 1 to 2 drops of green food coloring
• 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream

For The Chocolate Ganache:

• 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips 
• 1 cup of heavy whipping cream

PRO TIP:

Mint extract and peppermint extract have different flavors. We like this combo with mint extract, but peppermint extract would also be yummy.

Substitutions And Additions

BROWNIES: Use any brownie boxed mix for this sweet treat. If you have a tried and true homemade brownie recipe, you could directly substitute it for the box mix.

How To Make This Mint Chocolate Brownies Recipe

This recipe is nice and easy, thanks to the boxed brownie mix for the base. Once baked, all you need to do is whip up the mint buttercream and chocolate ganache to finish off this treat perfectly.

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven as indicated on the brownie box. Line an 8×8 square baking pan with parchment paper and set it aside.

STEP TWO: In a medium bowl, prepare the brownie batter and pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake brownies according to the package instructions. 

STEP THREE: Cool brownies completely.

STEP FOUR: Prepare the mint layer by beating the butter until smooth in a mixing bowl. Add the powdered sugar and beat until combined (the mixture will be dry).

STEP FIVE: Add the mint extract, green food coloring, and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. With an electric mixer, beat until smooth and combined. Taste the frosting and adjust the tint or add additional extract if desired. Add an additional tablespoon of heavy cream and beat until fluffy and smooth.

STEP SIX: Use an offset spatula to spread the mint buttercream in an even layer over the top of the cooled brownies. Place in the refrigerator or freezer to firm the buttercream.

STEP SEVEN: Heat the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl until steaming (do not boil).

STEP EIGHT: Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 3 to 4 minutes with a plate over the bowl to allow the chocolate chips to soften in the hot cream.

STEP NINE: Whisk the melted chocolate until a smooth ganache forms.

STEP TEN: Spread the ganache top layer over the chilled, frosted brownies.

STEP ELEVEN: Allow the ganache to set (either on the countertop for 45 to 60 minutes or in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes).

STEP TWELVE: Lift brownies from the tray by the flaps of parchment paper. Cut into even squares and serve.

How To Serve These 3 Layer Mint Brownies

These minty brownies would be especially perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or during the holiday season.

Don’t limit yourself to a single time of year, though, this chocolate mint brownies recipe will be a delicious choice any time the craving strikes.

Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and add whipped hot chocolate to wash these indulgent treats down.

Our Bailey’s brownies and cheesecake brownies are two more delightful brownie recipes that you will love.

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Storing Brownies With Green Mint Frosting

It is never a wrong decision to have brownies in the freezer for a snack later, and these mint brownies freeze well.

ON THE COUNTER: These fudgy mint chocolate brownies will keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days.

IN THE FRIDGE: You can also store these brownie mint bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. 

IN THE FREEZER: Freeze these minty brownies for up to 3 months.

Mint and chocolate are a classic combination that never fails to please, and these deliciously fudgy brownies fit the bill. A decadent brownie layer topped with creamy mint frosting and a chocolate ganache layer, these heavenly mint chocolate brownies will be a sure crowd-pleaser.

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Mint Chocolate Brownies

5 from 8 votes

Mint chocolate lovers will love the combination of fudgy chocolate brownies, fluffy mint buttercream, and a sweet chocolate layer on top of these decadent mint chocolate brownies.

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 16

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box to make the brownies typically; eggs, oil, and water)

Mint Buttercream

• ¾ cup salted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon mint extract
• 1 to 2 drops green food coloring
• 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Ganache

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven as indicated on the brownie box. Line an 8×8 square baking pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
• Prepare and bake brownies in an 8×8 square baking dish according to the package instructions.
• Cool brownies completely.
• Prepare the buttercream layer by beating the butter until smooth in a mixing bowl. Add the powdered sugar and beat until combined (the mixture will be dry).
• Add the mint extract, green food coloring, and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Beat until smooth and combined. Taste the frosting and adjust the tint or add additional extract if desired. Add an additional tablespoon of heavy cream and beat until fluffy and smooth.
• Use an offset spatula to spread the mint buttercream in an even layer over the top of the cooled brownies. Place in the refrigerator or freezer to firm the buttercream.
• Heat the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl until steaming (do not boil).
• Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 3 to 4 minutes with a plate over the bowl to allow the chocolate chips to soften in the hot cream.
• Whisk the chocolate until a smooth ganache forms.
• Spread ganache over the chilled, frosted brownies.
• Allow the ganache to set (either on the countertop for 45 to 60 minutes or in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes).
• Lift brownies from the tray by the flaps of parchment paper. Cut into even squares and serve.

Notes

• Mint extract and peppermint extract have different flavors. We like this combo with mint extract, but peppermint extract would also be yummy.
• The frosting is light and fluffy – chilling it before adding the ganache will help it hold up to the addition of the warm ganache. I popped the frosted brownies in the freezer for about 20 minutes before adding the ganache.
• If you try to cut your brownies before they are cooled enough, you won’t get clean cuts. Try to resist sampling until they are cool.

Nutrition

Calories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 510IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

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