Description
Indulge in these delightful mint chocolate brownies that combine rich chocolate with a refreshing hint of mint, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp mint extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.
- Incorporate the granulated sugar until combined, then whisk in eggs one at a time.
- Gently fold in the flour and then add the finely chopped mint leaves and mint extract, if using.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool for 15 minutes before slicing into squares.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use coconut oil or vegan butter. Substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: brownies, mint, chocolate, dessert, family recipe