Peppermint Mocha Fudge Brownies (Print version)
Rich brownies blending dark chocolate, espresso, and peppermint with a smooth chocolate glaze.
# Ingredient List:
→ Brownie Base
01 - 6 oz unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
06 - 2 tsp instant espresso powder
07 - 1 tsp peppermint extract
08 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
10 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
11 - 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
12 - 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
→ Fudge Glaze
13 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
14 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
15 - 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
16 - 2 tbsp heavy cream
→ Topping
17 - 3 tbsp crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, espresso powder, and peppermint extract; whisk until fully blended.
03 - Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Fold gently until just combined, then stir in dark chocolate chips.
04 - Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 28–32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
05 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before glazing.
06 - Over low heat, melt dark chocolate with butter and heavy cream in a small saucepan, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract.
07 - Pour the glaze evenly over cooled brownies. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies over the top.
08 - Refrigerate for 20 minutes to set glaze. Lift brownies out using parchment overhang; slice and serve.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This recipe feels like a cozy secret you share only with your closest friends because of its rich mocha and refreshing peppermint combo
- The glossy chocolate glaze finishing touch makes these brownies look as indulgent as they taste, perfect for impressing guests without hours in the kitchen
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- Don’t skip the espresso powder—it’s the quiet flavor booster that turns good brownies into unforgettable ones
- Chilling the brownies after glazing helps the frosting set nicely and makes slicing much cleaner
03 -
- For intense flavor, use freshly ground espresso beans to make your own powder
- Gently folding the dry ingredients preserves the brownie’s tender crumb