Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup (120g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Chocolate chips: 1 cup (150g)
- Semi-sweet chocolate, chopped: 1/2 cup (75g)
- Peppermint extract: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml)
- Green food coloring: a few drops (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, chopped chocolate, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g (27% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 10g (50% DV)
- Cholesterol: 60mg (20% DV)
- Sodium: 150mg (6% DV)
- Carbohydrates: 45g (15% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 3g (12% DV)
- Sugar: 30g (33% DV)
- Protein: 5g (10% DV)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, decadent, and chocolatey
- Infused with a refreshing minty flavor
- Ideal for dessert or a special occasion
- Easy to make and customizable to taste
User Comments:
- "These brownies are absolutely delicious! The combination of chocolate and mint is perfect."
- "I love that they're so simple to make. I've made them several times and they always turn out great."
- "The green food coloring adds a fun touch, especially for St. Patrick's Day."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbake the brownies, as they will become dry.
- For a fudgier brownie, bake the batter for a few minutes less.
- If you don't have peppermint extract, you can use vanilla extract instead.
- To make the brownies gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
- To make the brownies vegan, use dairy-free butter and milk.
