If you are a fan of York Peppermint Patties, then you are going to love this Peppermint Patty Brownie recipe! This irresistible combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint in these fudgy brownies are a delightful surprise with peppermint patties in every bite.
❤️ Why you'll love it
Decadent Chocolate: fans of rich brownie recipes will love the deep chocolate flavor, satisfying even the strongest chocolate cravings.
Minty Freshness: the addition of york peppermint patties provides a refreshing burst of minty goodness, elevating these brownies to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Food gifting: these decadent brownies are perfect for gifting during the holiday season and also work well as a treat for your favorite valentine.
🥘 Ingredients
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All purpose flour
Large eggs
York Peppermint Patties , buy the fun-sized candy
🔪 Instructions
- Pre heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line 8-inch square baking pan with foil, allowing excess foil to hang over sides of the pan. Lightly spray foil with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside
- Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Microwave butter and chocolate in a microwave safe bowl, stirring occasionally, until smooth, about 1 minute. Set aside to cool slightly, 2-3 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, using a hand whisk, mix eggs and sugar until well combined.
- Add chocolate mixture and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Using a wooden spoon, gradually stir in dry ingredients until just incorporated. Do not over mix.
- Measure 1 cup of brownie batter and set aside.
- Pour remaining batter into prepared baking pan, arrange peppermint patties on top of batter, spacing ½ inch apart. Smooth remaining batter over candy.
- Bake 30 minutes, until just set in the center and a few moist crumbs stick to a toothpick when inserted into the brownie.
- Cool completely on a wire rack. Using foil overhang, lift brownies out of pan and cut into uniform squares.
🥄 Equipment
Large bowl
Small bowl
Microwave safe bowl
Baking Pan
Hand whisk
Wooden spoon
Rubber scraper
Aluminum foil or parchment paper: to line the baking dish
🥫Storage
Room temperature: store the cooled brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Freeze: store brownies wrapped individually in plastic wrap and place in a sealed freezer bag for up to 2 months.
📖 Variations
- Add a sprinkle of crushed candy canes on top of the brownie batter before baking for an extra festive touch.
- Swap out the peppermint patties with other candy bars like caramel-filled chocolates or peanut butter cups for a different flavor profile.
- For extra chocolate flavor, sprinkle the top of the unbaked brownie batter with chocolate chips.
💭 Tips
- Make sure the melted chocolate and butter mixture is slightly cooled before adding it to the eggs and sugar to avoid scrambling the eggs.
- Use fun sized peppermint patties for easier distribution and better integration into the brownies.
🙋 FAQ's
Can I use dark chocolate instead of unsweetened chocolate?
Yes, you can use dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage, but keep in mind that it will make the brownies slightly sweeter.
Can I double the brownie recipe to make a larger batch?
Absolutely! Simply double all the ingredients and adjust the baking time accordingly.
Can I use peppermint extract instead of peppermint patties?
Yes, you can add ½ to 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the batter instead of using peppermint patties. Adjust the amount to your preference.
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🍽 Serve with..
Serve the Peppermint Patty Brownies as a delicious dessert or snack on their own or with a hot or cold latte. For an extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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📖 Recipe
Peppermint Patty Brownies
Equipment
- Wooden spoon
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper
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Ingredients
- ¾ cup flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 Fun Size York Peppermint Patties , unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Line 8-inch square baking pan with foil, allowing excess foil to hang over pan edges. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Microwave butter and chocolate in a separate bowl, stirring occasionally, until smooth, about 1 minute. Set aside to cool slightly, 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk eggs and sugar together in large bowl. Add chocolate mixture and vanilla and mix until well combined.
- Add flour mixture and stir until just incorporated. Measure 1 cup of batter and set aside. Pour remaining batter into prepared baking pan, arrange peppermint patties on top of batter, spacing ½ inch apart. Smooth remaining batter over candy.
- Bake 30 minutes, until just set in the center. Cool completely, about 2 hours. Using foil overhang, lift brownies out of pan and cut into squares.
Richa Gupta says
Such a great combo and these brownies looks amazing!
Jennifer says
Yum!! What a great dessert!
Megan says
Peppermint is one of my favorite flavors...love the idea of peppermint patties "hiding" in my brownie batter!
Lindsay @ The Live-In Kitchen says
I'll always say yes to a brownie!