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February 21, 2014

Phenomenal Mint Brownies

I have a few great made-from-scratch brownie recipes in my arsenal, but these semi-homemade Mint Brownies are, as their name states, truly phenomenal!  I hope you’ll give them a try!

You know how when you’ve been doing something the same way over and over for years, you don’t even think twice about still doing it that way?
I’ll stop being cryptic and tell you exactly what I mean.  My mom has a really great recipe that I’ve been using for years to make the base for my Rocky Road Brownies.  But the other day, I got to thinking about how much I love brownies from the mix.  Their fudgy taste and dense consistency is unmatched in my book.
Not to mention they’re actually more cost-effective and much quicker to make!  Brownies from the box are a win all around.  Do you agree?
I’m the queen of homemade, so it may sound blasphemous to say this, but I DIG BOXED BROWNIES.  Quite possibly more than the homemade alternative.  There.  I said it.
Now that, that’s off my back, let me introduce you to the world’s most perfect Mint Brownie.  With a chewy, deluxe base made from a boxed brownie mix and homemade layers of mint and chocolate icing, this version will captivate your taste buds and take you to another world while you enjoy these heavenly squares.  There will be no one and nothing in this human sphere but you and your brownie.  They’re that delicious.
We were invited to dinner at some friends’ house not long ago and I brought these to enjoy for dessert.  It was utter chaos with kids running around and little ones crying, but once I broke these babies out, pure and sweet silence abounded.  They literally rendered everyone speechless.

{PHENOMENAL MINT BROWNIES}

1 boxed brownie mix (use Betty Crocker with the Hershey’s chocolate syrup pouch for best results)
Mint layer:
3 c. powdered sugar
6 Tbsp. melted butter
3 Tbsp. milk
1 tsp. peppermint extract
3 drops green food coloring
Chocolate top layer:
6 Tbsp. butter
12-ounce package semi-sweet chocolate chips
Just enough milk to make spreadable (I didn’t need to use any)
Make brownie mix according to package directions.  Spread out into a lightly greased 9×13″ pan and bake according to the directions on the package.  Mine were done in a metal pan in about 16 minutes, but yours may need longer.  You’ll need to extend the baking time a little for glassware.  Don’t over bake!  Let cool completely.
Make mint layer by adding powdered sugar, milk, extract and green food coloring to a mixing bowl.  Melt butter in a separate bowl in microwave and add to mixing bowl.  Mix until combined. Spread over brownies.  Let frosting set for 10-15 minutes before covering with chocolate.
Start melting the chocolate chips in microwave in 30 second increments, stirring in between. When almost melted, slice butter, add to the chocolate chips, and melt for a final 30 seconds.  Stir until smooth and butter is melted all the way.  If mixture isn’t thin enough, add just a little bit of milk, quickly stir, and immediately pour chocolate mixture over mint layer.  Work very quickly so the chocolate doesn’t harden.
Put brownies in the freezer for about 30 minutes until the chocolate hardens, then remove and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
If you like mint and chocolate, I’m pretty sure you’ll love these!
I could go for another square right about now.These would also be a great St. Patrick’s Day treat with the fun green mint filling!

Filed Under: Desserts, Recipes, Uncategorized

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  1. Valerie Earnest says

    February 22, 2014 at 12:05 am

    I LOVE mint brownies! Thanks for the recipe! Visiting from the Link Party Palooza :)
    • Christine Bell says

      February 22, 2014 at 2:39 pm

      So glad you stopped by Valerie!
  2. Jeannie says

    February 22, 2014 at 12:08 am

    going to my St. Patty's March board!
    • Christine Bell says

      February 22, 2014 at 2:40 pm

      Thanks Jeannie!
  3. Lynn Huntley says

    February 22, 2014 at 1:08 am

    Wow~ My favorite flavors! Can't wait to try these~Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
    • Christine Bell says

      February 22, 2014 at 2:40 pm

      Mint and chocolate really is a perfect combo! Thanks for stopping by Lynn!
  4. MommyonDemand says

    February 22, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    I'm these this week to take to the in-laws house!! Yum Yum!!
  5. Ruth Cataldo says

    February 22, 2014 at 8:36 pm

    These are great - they sound delicious! I would like to include them in my St Patrick's Day round up, I will include links back to your site and give you full credit of course! Have a blessed week
  6. Christine Berres says

    February 23, 2014 at 1:07 am

    These remind me of my mom's peppermint patty brownies...I love mint and chocolate! Yum!
  7. Linda Kilsdonk says

    February 23, 2014 at 1:38 am

    You Phenomenal Mint Brownies sound absolutely, well, phenomenal! I can't wait to give them a try. Thanks for sharing with us! Smiles.
    • Christine says

      February 24, 2014 at 12:08 am

      Thanks Linda!
  8. Jen Nikolaus says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:51 am

    I WILL be making these, Christine!!!! These look just like the name, phenomenal! I'm pinning to my St.Patrick's Day and DESSERTS board! Can't wait to make them!
  9. Julia Nyanyo says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:24 pm

    My husbands aunt used to make something that looked pretty much like these, we never did get a recipe from her so I'm hoping these will be as good (they certainly look it!) I'll give them a whirl at the weekend! Thanks. I'm guessing I could use any brownie mix for the base couldn't I?
    • Christine Bell says

      February 24, 2014 at 11:17 pm

      Hi Julia! Yes! You can use whatever brownie mix for the base that you'd like. :) I hope you love these!
  10. Alise Jennings says

    February 24, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    Your treats and food always look amazing! I can't help but try what you make, I just wish it always looked as scrumptious as yours :). Cooking is not my forte.
    • Christine Bell says

      February 24, 2014 at 11:18 pm

      Alise you are too modest. I'm sure you are an amazing baker, and I know a few handfuls of other things that you are amazing at that I wish I could do as well as you. :)
  11. Cindy Jamieson says

    February 25, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    Oh YUM! These brownies would be gone in a flash in this house! Thanks for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday.
  12. Ana Lopes says

    February 27, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    This looks too delicious! Thanks for sharing recipe.
    Have a fabulous week!
    Hugs from Portugal,
    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com
  13. Elina P. says

    February 27, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    Love any kind of Minty dessert, these look so yummy!! Thanks for sharing and I'm stopping by from the Krafty Inspiration Thursday Linky Party to say Hi!! :)
  14. Carol TheAnswerIsChocolate says

    February 27, 2014 at 9:55 pm

    These look delicious. Wanted to let you know I'm featuring you when my link party opens up tonight.
  15. Sarah Honey says

    February 28, 2014 at 4:02 pm

    Those look amazing! I have to try them!
  16. Cathy Trochelman says

    March 1, 2014 at 8:56 pm

    These do look PHENOMENAL!!
  17. SUSAN GEROW says

    March 15, 2014 at 1:47 am

    Of course, the brownies are nothing like done in 16 minutes, right? They are barely getting done around the edges. Do I have this right? Hmmm...
    • Christine Bell says

      March 15, 2014 at 2:29 am

      Hi Susan. Mine were done in around 16 minutes in a 9x13 pan for one brownie mix in a metal pan. If you're using a glass pan, you'll need to cook them longer. Sorry! I'll add that into the directions. Best of luck!
    • SUSAN GEROW says

      March 15, 2014 at 4:20 am

      Ooops. Thank you! I didn't see your comment till I posted mine. My pan wasn't metal and they are, well, pretty inedible. Duh. I should have figured that out! The very edges look pretty good - ha.
    • SUSAN GEROW says

      March 15, 2014 at 4:57 am

      But my brownie mix says 28-30 minutes and that's about how long they usually take. I don't know what I was thinking...
    • Christine Bell says

      March 15, 2014 at 1:35 pm

      I'm so sorry for your disappointment, Susan. You'll have to try making them again and adjust the baking time, because they are so good!

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