Mint Chocolate Layered Brownies
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Mint Chocolate Layered Brownies are so heavenly! Wait until you taste these fudgy brownies topped with decadent layers of light, creamy mint filling and easy chocolate ganache! The best classic mint chocolate combination ever! YUM!
Loving chocolate and mint I see? You may want to check out these Chocolate Chip Mint Bars, Easy Chocolate Thin Mint Cookie Desserts and these Triple Chocolate Mint Brownies for more yummy options too!
Why We Love This Chocolate Mint Brownie Recipe
- We made these super easy by using a brownie boxed mix
to make this layered mint brownie recipe simpler using less ingredients with no fuss. But if you want to go homemade all the way – feel free to use this brownie mix or this one or if you have a favorite, use whatever floats your boat. - 3 layers of brownies, mint cream layer and chocolate ganache! All easy to prepare and assemble!
- Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Christmas and whenever you’re feeling those mint and chocolate cravings coming on!
- Has just the right amount of mint flavor to elevate these chocolate brownies and ganache to the next level! Not overwhelming with mint flavor, unless you want to pump the mint flavor up!
to make this layered mint brownie recipe simpler using less ingredients with no fuss. But if you want to go homemade all the way – feel free to use this 
Ingredients You Need
Brownies
- Brownies baked and cooled in 9×9 pan, I used Duncan Hines Fudge Brownies
Mint Cream Layer
- unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- powdered sugar
- milk or heavy cream
- peppermint or mint extract, I used peppermint extract
- 1-2 drops liquid or gel green food coloring
Chocolate Layer
- unsalted butter
- semi-sweet chocolate chips
How to Make Easy Mint Chocolate Layered Brownies
Brownies
- We made these super easy by using a brownie boxed mix
- to make this layered mint brownie recipe simpler. But feel free to use this brownie mix or this one if you want to make the recipe all the way homemade!
Mint Layer
- Using mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the powdered sugar and milk and beat for 2 minutes on low speed, then increase to high speed and beat for 1 additional minute.
- Add the mint extract and food coloring and beat on high for 1 full minute. Frost cooled brownies and place the baking sheet in the refrigerator while you make the chocolate ganache.
Chocolate Ganache
- Melt the butter and chocolate chips in microwave safe bowl in 20 second increments, stirring after each, in the microwave. Once melted and smooth, pour over mint layer. Gently spread with a knife or offset spatula.
- Let ganache set for 20 minutes or chill the finished recipe 30 minutes before cutting for cleaner slices.
- For clean cutting, use a very sharp large knife, wiping the knife off with a paper towel between each cut.
Storing Chocolate Mint Brownies
- Room Temperature – Best served at room temperature or just slightly chilled!
- Refrigerator – Store brownies in the refrigerator in a sealed container for about 4-5 days. Let them sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.
- Freezing – To freeze mint chocolate brownie recipe, cut and wrap individually and place them in a ziplock bag or a sealed container.
These luscious mint brownies won’t last long! They’re a classic with easier options! Let’s bake some brownies! Yeahhhhh!
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- Soft Batch Chocolate Mint Chip Cookies
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- 10 Awesome Chocolate Mint Brownies
- Thin Mint & Andes Dark Chocolate Brownies!
- Grasshopper Pie
Mint Chocolate Layered Brownies
Easy Mint Chocolate Layered Brownies are heavenly brownies topped with decadent layers of light, creamy mint filling & easy chocolate ganache!
Ingredients
Brownies
- Brownies baked and cooled in 9x9 pan Use brownie mix according to box instructions for 8x8 or 9x9 pan - Double filling and ganache for 9x13 recipe
Mint Cream Layer
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- optional: 1-2 drops liquid or gel green food coloring
Chocolate Ganache
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Brownies
- We made these super easy by using a brownie boxed mix to make this layered mint brownie recipe simpler. But feel free to use this brownie mix or this one if you want to make the recipe all the way homemade!
Mint Cream Layer
- Using mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the powdered sugar and milk and beat for 2 minutes on low speed, then increase to high speed and beat for 1 additional minute. Add the mint extract and food coloring and beat on high for 1 full minute.
- Frost cooled brownies and place the baking sheet in the refrigerator while you make the chocolate ganache.
Chocolate Ganache
- Melt the butter and chocolate chips in microwave safe bowl in 20 second increments, stirring after each, in the microwave. Once melted and smooth, pour over mint layer.
- Gently spread with a knife or offset spatula.
- Let ganache set for 20 minutes or chill the finished recipe 30 minutes before cutting for cleaner slices.
- For clean cutting, use a very sharp large knife, wiping the knife off with a paper towel between each cut.
Notes
- Room Temperature - Best served at room temperature or just slightly chilled!
- Refrigerator - Store brownies in the refrigerator in a sealed container for about 4-5 days. Let them sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.
- Freezing - To freeze brownies, cut and wrap individually and place them in a ziplock bag or a sealed container.
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