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A stack of fudgy Dark Chocolate Peppermint Brownies topped with crushed candy canes on a festive plate.
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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Brownies

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 315kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces high -quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 4 large eggs , room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 cup all -purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Dutch -process cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy canes

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Combine the melted butter and chopped dark chocolate in a large mixing bowl and stir until smooth.
  • Whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until fully incorporated.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, whisking vigorously after each addition until the batter is glossy.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
  • Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt directly into the wet ingredients and fold until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Immediately sprinkle the crushed peppermint candy canes over the surface of the hot brownies.
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out for slicing.