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Peppermint Bark Brownies

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  • Prep 20 min
  • Total 2 hr 20 min
  • Servings 12
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Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with these incredible peppermint brownies, smothered in creamy vanilla frosting and sprinkled with crushed candy canes. It's a match made in dessert heaven that's perfect for the holidays. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for your next festive gathering. Whip up a batch of these chocolate peppermint brownies this holiday season!
By Marley Braunlich
Updated Dec 10, 2023
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Ingredients

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray. Make brownie batter as directed on box, adding peppermint extract if desired; spread in pan.
  • 2
    Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • 3
    Spread vanilla frosting evenly over brownies in the pan. Top with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies for decoration.
  • 4
    Remove brownies from pan to slice into 12 equal servings. Refrigerate leftovers to keep the frosting from melting or getting too soft.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I boost the flavor in this recipe?

Add 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract to the brownie batter to amp up the peppermint flavor. Top with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies for a festive holiday touch.

Any tips for getting more precise brownie squares?

Wipe the knife after each cut to get clean, uniform brownie squares.

Nutrition

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