The best Mint Brownie! A fudgy layer of brownie, topped with a creamy and smooth minty layer then finished off with a thick and delicious chocolate layer. Pure heaven! 
I hope you are enjoying my blog re-design! I’m excited to be getting back to doing what I do best, sharing my recipes with you! I am so happy to finally have the perfect mint brownie recipe for you! I have been searching and trying to find the perfect recipe for far too long. After trying new things I finally perfected this recipe. I know it can be annoying to see all those recipes out there that claim to be “the best” but you’ve got to trust me on this one!
First, you start with a simple homemade brownie recipe. It’s chocolatey, chewy, and a perfect bottom layer to the beauty that will be added on top of it!
Next layer, mint. I have been frustrated in the past when making mint brownies that the mint layer isn’t very noticeable and doesn’t show through. It’s the star of the recipe since these are mint brownies after all! So I did two things that made all the difference. First, instead of adding more ingredients to make it thicker, I just kept the original amount and added a secret ingredient… air! I just whipped it up for a minute or two and it was perfect. The other tip I have is after cutting it, if a little chocolate from the top layer smudges on the mint layer just take a small butter knife and gently scrape off any chocolate smudges. GENIUS.
Last but certainly not least is our gorgeous layer of thick chocolate! This layer truly makes these brownies to die for. It’s super easy too, it’s only chocolate chips and butter.
I was so pleased with these brownies and shared them with my friends and family and you know what? We all agree these are the best mint brownies ever! I hope you enjoy it!
Mint Brownies (The Best!)
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 4 eggs (beaten)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cup flour (sifted)
Mint Frosting:
- 10 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or milk)
- 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
- green food coloring (optional)
Chocolate Layer:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 1/4 cups good semi-sweet (or dark chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper then spray again.
- In a large bowl, stir together the melted butter and cocoa powder. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well. Add the flour and stir just until incorporated. Do not over-mix.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes. Cool for about 10-20 minutes then place in the freezer for 20 minutes. While brownies are in the freezer, make the mint layer.
For the Mint Frosting:
- Using an electric mixer, beat the butter for 1-2 minutes until fluffy. Slowly add the powdered sugar, then the milk, and beat until fluffy, about another minute. Add the extract and green food coloring (a drop or two at a time until you reach the desired color of green.) Mix until fully incorporated.
- Pull brownies out of the freezer and evenly frost the brownies. Place back in the freezer for about 20 minutes.
- Place butter and chocolate chips together in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds at a time. Stir in between every 30 seconds. Be careful not to overheat. Stir until smooth. Pull brownies out of the freezer and drizzle the warm chocolate over brownies and spread smooth with a spatula. Put back in the freezer for another 20 minutes to help the chocolate to set. Cut brownies into squares.
Notes
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
Did you make this recipe? Leave a comment!
I’ve been looking for the perfect mint brownie recipe, and this looks like the one! 🙂 Thanks!
I think you will love it! Thanks for stopping by!
Oh, these definitely look like they qualify for “the best”! I have such a soft spot for mint brownies but haven’t made them myself. I will definitely use your recipe when I do!
Thanks Amy!
seriously I want some now! pinned
Thanks for the pin!
So I love mint brownies and I have never ever made them. I think I need to change that now! I am pinning this so I don’t forget about it. Site looks great as well!!
You should definitely make them! Thanks for pinning it!
Looks delicious thanks for posting
Thanks for stopping by Emily!
oh my goodness. Yum. I love mint brownies so much and yours look absolutely perfect!
Thanks Aimee!
Oh, boy! Chocolate and Mint are some of my favorites. Not to mention brownies! Woah. I can’t wait to try these. Thanks for sharing!
I think you will love these! I love brownies and mint too! (Obviously.) Brownies are awesome.
Thanks for doing the recipe swap with me today Becky! I pinned to my brownie board while I was here today too 🙂
Shauna
http://thebestblogrecipes.com/
Thanks Shauna! I pinned your recipe too. 🙂
Oh this looks divine! I pinned because I know I will want to make this asap. Love the new blog design!
Thanks so much Summer!
Wow! These look like they really could be the best mint brownies! I love how the mint layer is not hidden from view! I’d love for you to link these up to our All Things Thursday Blog Hop going on right now. I hope to see you there!
Blessings,
Nici
Thanks Nici! They are mint brownies after all! So I love how the mint layer showing through! 🙂
Ohhh these brownies look so good!!!! I love the idea of mint brownies, they sound like a wonderful dessert!!!
Thanks Maria! You should certainly give these a try! They are really good!
I love mint brownies!! Thanks for linking up to What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
Thanks for stopping by Karly! I love your blog!
Rob asked yesterday how much longer he has to wait to try these brownies.. He…and we can’t wait to try these!
I’m so glad you guys liked them! The blue mint layer was fun. Go cougars!
These kinds of brownies remind me of working in bakeries. SO. MANY. BROWNIES. Lol. And I think it’s funny that your captcha is a math equation. Making me think, I like that! Thanks for sharing at Sweet & Savory Saturdays #30.
~Amber @ DessertNowDinnerLater.com
A little math is good every once in a while! lol That is so fun you worked in bakeries! Sarah was telling me about it. But the hours would be crazy!
This looks amazing!! I love it!!
I would love to invite you to link it up at our new party Lovely Ladies Linky where you link up once and get seen on 6 blogs!!
Link up starts Wednesdays!
http://www.lifewiththecrustcutoff.com/lovely-ladies-linky-link-up-2/
Hope to see you there 🙂
Parrish @ Life With The Crust Cut Off
Thanks!
Hi Becky! Thank you so much for linking up to last week’s Get Crafty Friday Link Party! You’re awesome mint brownies have been featured this week! I hope you will stop by and grab a feature button. Have a wonderful weekend!
-Amy
Thanks Amy! I grabbed a button! 🙂
I made these yesterday. Hands down best brownie I have ever tasted. Thanks for the recipe.
That makes me SO happy! 🙂 These brownies are pretty amazing! Thanks so much for letting me know you liked it!
Do these brownies need to be refrigerated with the frosting or can they be out at room temperature?
You can keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3 days but I prefer the texture when I keep them in the fridge. Enjoy!
Tasty recipe. My family enjoyed these. Thanks!