Festive Peppermint Brownies: Indulge in a Holiday Treat
Delight in the rich flavors of Festive Peppermint Brownies, the perfect indulgence for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the butter and mix with sugar in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs one by one, followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Add half of the crushed peppermint candies and mix well.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, let cool and sprinkle with remaining peppermint candies.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, drizzle melted chocolate on top.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Festive Peppermint Brownies, Holiday Treat, Brownie Recipe