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Peppermint Mocha Brownies

Two rich, fudgy peppermint mocha brownies stacked on a white plate, topped with crushed candy canes.
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Make rich, fudgy brownies with a festive twist of cooling peppermint and deep coffee flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, espresso powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  9. Remove the pan from the oven and immediately sprinkle the top evenly with the crushed peppermint candies.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.
  11. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For an extra mocha kick, dissolve the espresso powder in 1 teaspoon of hot water before adding it to the wet ingredients.
  • If you are looking for simple recipes for everyday meals, this recipe fits that goal.
  • For a glossy top, chill the brownies for 30 minutes before cutting.

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