Mint Brownies Recipe
	
		This Mint Brownies Recipe combines rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing burst of mint for a delightful sweet treat. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, these brownies offer a perfect balance of moist texture and cool mint flavor, ideal for satisfying chocolate and mint lovers any time of day.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Kathy
 
							- Prep Time: 10 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
 
							- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
 
							- Category: Desserts
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
 
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
 
- Pinch of salt
 
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
 
- 1 cup granulated sugar
 
- 2 large eggs
 
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 
- 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
 
Optional Add-ins & Toppings
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
 
- Powdered sugar or mint frosting for dusting or coating
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Prepare Your Pan and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking pan. Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth assembly process.
 
- Melt Butter and Mix Cocoa: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter completely, then whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth to form the rich chocolate base.
 
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat the eggs with granulated sugar in a separate bowl until combined and slightly fluffy. Stir in vanilla and mint extract to infuse the mixture with warm and refreshing flavors.
 
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt into the wet mixture, combining gently to maintain a fudgy texture. Add chocolate chips now if you’re using them.
 
- Bake and Cool: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool completely to room temperature before adding any toppings.
 
- Add Minty Frosting or Dust: Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or spread a thin layer of mint frosting for that classic fresh finish. Cut into squares and serve.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for intense chocolate flavor.
 
- Stir just until combined to keep brownies soft and tender.
 
- Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense brownies.
 
- Start with a small amount of mint extract to avoid overpowering the chocolate.
 
- Check brownies a few minutes before baking time ends to prevent overbaking.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 brownie (1/16th of recipe)
 
							- Calories: 180
 
							- Sugar: 20g
 
							- Sodium: 50mg
 
							- Fat: 9g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 25g
 
							- Fiber: 2g
 
							- Protein: 2g
 
							- Cholesterol: 40mg
 
					
	 
	
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