Description
Peppermint Hot Cocoa Brownies are the ultimate winter indulgence, combining rich chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist. Perfect for cozy gatherings or holiday celebrations, these fudgy brownies are easy to make and visually stunning. The delightful aroma wafts through your home as they bake, making them an irresistible treat that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Remove from heat; let cool slightly and whisk in eggs one at a time. Add peppermint extract.
- Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined, then add chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg