🍫❄️ Peppermint Brownies

Fudgy, minty, glossy, festive — the brownie that tastes like Christmas wrapped in chocolate.

Thick fudgy brownies topped with creamy peppermint frosting, glossy chocolate glaze, and crushed candy canes — these Peppermint Brownies are the holiday dessert your taste buds have been waiting for.

 

 

 

Let’s talk about brownies — the universal love language. Brownies are comforting. Brownies are indulgent. Brownies are the dessert equivalent of a warm blanket and a Hallmark movie.

But when you add peppermint? When you swirl in that cool, refreshing, candy‑cane sparkle? When you layer frosting AND chocolate glaze on top of a fudgy base?

Oh honey… You’ve entered a new dimension of holiday magic.

These Peppermint Brownies are the Beyoncé of Christmas desserts. They’re bold. They’re glossy. They’re dramatic in all the right ways. They walk into the room and suddenly everyone is hovering around the dessert table like it’s a red‑carpet event.

This recipe is everything you want in a festive treat:

• A rich, fudgy brownie base
• A creamy peppermint frosting layer
• A silky chocolate glaze
• A crunchy candy cane topping
• A flavor that’s sweet, cool, chocolatey, and nostalgic
• A texture that’s fudgy, creamy, and crunchy all at once

It’s the kind of recipe that works for:

• Christmas parties
• Neighbor gifts
• Cookie exchanges
• Holiday movie nights
• Teacher treats
• “I need something festive RIGHT NOW” cravings

💬 Reader prompt: Are you team “extra peppermint crunch” or team “extra chocolate glaze”?

With the holidays in full swing, all I can think about is the sweet treats that scream Christmas! It’s the time of year that we are all making yummy delights for family, friends, parties, and if you’re like me, you want to take something special.

 

I made this a few years ago and the thought of it has been dancing through my head ever since. You will love it!!

Peppermint Brownies

Ingredients: 

Brownies:
1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4(1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
2 sticks butter
4 eggs
2 cups of sugar
2 teaspoon vanilla
Frosting:
2 cups powdered sugar
4 Tablespoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons peppermint extract
1 1/2 Tablespoons milk
3 to 4 drops red food coloring
Chocolate Glaze:
1 cup milk chocolate chips
6 Tablespoons butter
Peppermint Topping:
1 cup crushed candy canes

 

 

Peppermint Brownies

🍽 Directions

Step 1: Make the Brownies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Melt chocolate + butter together.
3. Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla.
4. Add melted chocolate mixture.
5. Add flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Pour into a greased 9×13 pan.
7. Bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Peppermint Frosting

1. Beat powdered sugar + butter.
2. Add peppermint extract + milk.
3. Add food coloring for a pink swirl.
4. Spread over cooled brownies.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Glaze

1. Melt chocolate chips + butter.
2. Pour over frosting.
3. Spread gently.

Step 4: Add Peppermint Topping

1. Sprinkle crushed candy canes.
2. Chill until set.
3. Slice + serve.

💬 Reader prompt: Do you slice your brownies into neat squares or chaotic “I deserve this” slabs

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Brownie, Approx. 20 Brownies)

• Calories: ~260
• Protein: 2g
• Carbs: 34g
• Fat: 13g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 26g

🍫 Nutritional Facts & Fun

• Chocolate: Antioxidants + joy
• Peppermint: Freshness + holiday sparkle
• Butter: Richness + tenderness
• Sugar: Sweetness + happiness
• Candy canes: Crunch + nostalgia

💬 Reader prompt: Should we try this with white chocolate next time

 

 

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips

• Extra fudgy: Underbake slightly.
• Extra minty: Add more peppermint extract.
• Extra glossy glaze: Add 1 tbsp corn syrup.
• Extra crunch: Add more candy canes.
• Perfect slices: Chill before cutting.

🔄 Recipe Variations

🍫 White Chocolate Peppermint Brownies

Swap glaze for white chocolate.

🍪 Peppermint Oreo Brownies

Add crushed Oreos to the frosting.

🎄 Triple Chocolate Peppermint Brownies

Add chocolate chips to the batter.

☕ Peppermint Mocha Brownies

Add espresso powder.

🍬 Andes Mint Brownies

Swap candy canes for chopped Andes mints.

💬 Reader prompt: Which version should we test next for the blog

🧒 Kid Tips

• Let kids sprinkle the candy canes.
• Make mini brownie bites.
• Add sprinkles for extra fun.
• Serve with hot cocoa.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Candy canes: Buy after Christmas — they’re cheap and last forever.
• Chocolate: Store brands melt beautifully.
• Butter: Freeze extra sticks for baking season.
• Peppermint extract: A little goes a long way.
• Food coloring: Gel gives the best color.

💬 Reader prompt: Are you a “peppermint queen” or a “chocolate forever” person

🎯 Reader Challenge

This week’s challenge: Make these Peppermint Brownies, snap a pic, and share it with #LouLouGirlsPeppermintMagic. Bonus points if your chocolate‑drip shot is dramatic enough to deserve its own slow‑motion reel.

🥪 Leftover Remix

(If you somehow have leftovers… which you won’t.)

• Peppermint Brownie Trifle: Layer with whipped cream.
• Peppermint Brownie Milkshake: Blend with vanilla ice cream.
• Peppermint Brownie Sundae: Add hot fudge + ice cream.
• Peppermint Brownie Crumble: Sprinkle over yogurt.
• Peppermint Brownie Bark: Freeze + break into pieces.

💬 Reader prompt: Which leftover remix should we feature next week

💭 Final Thoughts

These Peppermint Brownies are everything you want in a holiday dessert: fudgy, minty, nostalgic, comforting, and ridiculously satisfying. They’re the kind of recipe that brings people together, sparks conversation, and makes everyone feel like they’re part of the fun.

They’re simple enough for a weeknight, impressive enough for parties, and comforting enough for those “I need something delicious immediately” days.

 

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