Pink Peppermint Crunch Brownies
Indulge in the festive delight of Pink Peppermint Crunch Brownies! This easy-to-follow recipe combines rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing peppermint crunch, perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy nights in. With their stunning visual appeal and mouthwatering aroma, these brownies are sure to impress friends and family alike, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in granulated sugar until smooth.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly, then whisk in eggs one at a time and add peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently mix in crushed peppermint candies and chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For gluten-free brownies, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. - Try adding nuts or swapping peppermint for orange zest or espresso powder for a unique twist.