How to Make Chef John's Chocolate Mint Brownies - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you have a sweet tooth and a love for all things chocolate, then these Chocolate Mint Brownies are the perfect treat for you. A mix of rich, fudgy brownie base and a cool, refreshing mint layer, these brownies are sure to satisfy any dessert craving. This recipe, created by the renowned Chef John, is a delightful combination of flavors that will leave you coming back for more.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 ⅛ cups sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon mint extract, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 brownies

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Combine sugar and cocoa powder in a large bowl; stir in melted butter until mixture is smooth.
  • Stir in 1 egg, vanilla, and salt. Mix in second egg.
  • Fold in flour and transfer to ungreased 8x8-inch square baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Mix powdered sugar, milk, and mint extract in a bowl until smooth.
  • Pour icing over cooled brownies. Spread evenly and allow to set, about 30 minutes.
  • Slice into 16 brownies.
  • Nutrition

    174 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 88mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 81mg