Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Brownies 

🍫🌿 Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Brownies

Cold, creamy, fudgy, minty, chocolate‑chunky, hot‑fudge‑drizzled magic.

Fudgy brownies, mint‑chip ice cream, hot fudge, Cool Whip, and Andes mints — basically dessert’s way of saying, ‘Cancel your plans, babe… you’re staying home with me.

 

 

Let’s talk about the kind of dessert that doesn’t just sit politely on the table — it struts in wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket. The kind that makes people gasp when you slice into it. The kind that makes your family wander into the kitchen asking, “WHAT is that smell?” even though you literally just baked boxed brownies like the domestic goddess you are.

These Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Brownies are exactly that kind of recipe.

They’re cold, creamy, fudgy, minty, chocolate‑chunky, nostalgic, dramatic, and unapologetically irresistible. They’re the kind of dessert that makes people close their eyes on the first bite and whisper, “Oh… oh wow.”

This recipe is a celebration of simple ingredients doing the absolute most:

• Ghirardelli brownies for that rich, fudgy base
• Mint chocolate chip ice cream for creamy, minty bliss
• Hot fudge for melty decadence
• Cool Whip for cloud‑like fluff
• Andes mints for that iconic mint‑chocolate crunch

It’s the kind of recipe that works for birthdays, holidays, BBQs, sleepovers, potlucks, Tuesday nights, and those “I need something dramatic and delicious RIGHT NOW” moments.

Why this dessert deserves a permanent spot in your rotation:

• It’s EASY — dangerously easy
• It’s IMPRESSIVE — looks like a bakery dessert
• It’s MAKE‑AHEAD FRIENDLY — freezer desserts = stress‑free
• It’s CROWD‑PLEASING — picky eaters don’t stand a chance
• It’s INSTAGRAM‑READY — layers + fudge drizzle = perfection

💬 Reader prompt: Are you team “extra fudge drizzle” or team “extra Andes mints”?

When we were kids, Zac always wanted mint chocolate chip pie for his birthday dessert. I never liked mint chocolate chip ice cream when I was younger, but the older I get the more foods I learn to like. Matt and I were discussing what the best dessert would be for this weekend and this is what we came up with.

Warning: this dessert is not only delicious and addictive but it also is super rich! We decided that we better drive around and pass out as much as we could so that we won’t overindulge! I don’t want this in our house, because it was definitely worth every single calorie, but with that comes cardio to burn it off! Be sure to share!

 

Mint chocolate chip ice cream brownies

 Ingredients

• 1 box Ghirardelli boxed brownies
• 1.5 quarts mint chocolate chip ice cream
• 1 jar hot fudge
• 1 big container cool whip
• 1/2 bag chopped Andes mints

 

 

Directions

 

1. Preheat the oven. Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix brownies according to directions. Bake at the temperature on the box but for 15 to 20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
3. Allow the brownies to cool completely.
4. Set the ice cream out on the counter for 20 minutes until the ice cream is softened enough to spread over the brownies. Spread over the cooled brownies and then place them in the freezer for 30 minutes to an hour to set up.
5. Pull out of the freezer, spread the hot fudge on top of the ice cream. Then spread the cool whip evenly over the top of the hot fudge. Sprinkle the Andes mints on top!
6. Freeze for at least 3 hours before cutting! Enjoy!

 

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Square, Approx. 15 Servings)

• Calories: ~340
• Protein: 4g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 32g

 

🍫 Nutritional Facts & Fun

• Brownies: Antioxidants + happiness
• Mint ice cream: Coolness + nostalgia
• Hot fudge: Joy + decadence
• Cool Whip: Lightness + fluff
• Andes mints: Crunch + minty magic

💬 Reader prompt: Do you prefer your mint desserts mild, bold, or “I want to feel like a candy cane”?

 

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips

• Extra firm slices: Freeze overnight before cutting.
• Extra minty: Add mint extract to the Cool Whip.
• Extra chocolatey: Add chocolate chips to the brownie batter.
• Perfect layers: Use an offset spatula for smooth spreading.
• Serving suggestion: Serve with extra hot fudge on the side.

🔄 Recipe Variations

🍫 Oreo Mint Brownie Bars

Add crushed Oreos to the ice cream layer.

🍒 Grasshopper Sundae Bars

Add chocolate syrup + maraschino cherries.

🍀 Shamrock Bars

Add green sprinkles + white chocolate drizzle.

🍨 Triple Chocolate Mint Bars

Use chocolate ice cream + mint chips.

🥥 Coconut Mint Bars

Add toasted coconut to the Cool Whip layer.

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

🧒 Kid Tips

• Call them “Minty Ice Cream Brownie Squares” — instant excitement.
• Let kids sprinkle the Andes mints.
• Serve smaller squares for tiny hands.
• Add rainbow sprinkles for extra fun.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Brownies: Ghirardelli = best flavor, but store brand works too.
• Ice cream: Let it soften naturally — microwaving ruins texture.
• Cool Whip: Keep extras in the freezer for emergency desserts.
• Hot fudge: Warm just enough to drizzle, not melt the ice cream.
• Andes mints: Buy the big bag — trust me.

💬 Reader prompt: Are you a “brand‑name brownie queen” or a “whatever’s on sale” baker

🎯 Reader Challenge

This week’s challenge: Make these Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Brownies, snap a pic, and share it with #LouLouGirlsMintMagic. Bonus points if your fudge drizzle shot is dramatic enough to deserve its own slow‑motion reel.

🥪 Leftover Remix

• Mint Brownie Milkshake: Blend with milk + ice cream.
• Mint Brownie Sundae: Add whipped cream + sprinkles.
• Mint Brownie Trifle: Layer with pudding + Cool Whip.
• Mint Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches: Slice and freeze between cookies.
• Mint Brownie Parfaits: Layer with crushed Oreos.

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