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Peppermint Bark Brownies

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These Peppermint Bark Brownies are rich, fudgy brownies topped with a festive peppermint white chocolate bark and crushed candy canes. They’re perfect for the holidays with deep chocolate flavor and a cool mint crunch.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40–45 minutes (plus cooling and setting)
  • Yield: 12–16 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (optional, for extra chewiness)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup semi‑sweet or dark chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate (for topping)
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint extract (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 or 9×9‑inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave; stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar (if using), and cocoa powder until smooth.
  3. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until glossy and combined.
  4. Add the flour and salt, stirring just until no dry streaks remain. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Let the brownies cool completely before topping.
  7. For the topping, melt the white chocolate in the microwave or a double boiler, stirring in a few drops of peppermint extract.
  8. Spread the melted white chocolate over the cooled brownies and immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
  9. Let the topping set at room temperature or in the fridge before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Add a thin layer of dark chocolate under the white chocolate for a double‑bark effect.
  • Mix crushed candy canes into the brownie batter for extra peppermint flavor.
  • Top with mini marshmallows or chocolate drizzle for variation.
  • Use gluten‑free 1:1 flour swap if needed.
  • Swirl white chocolate into the batter before baking for a marbled look.

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