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Andes Mint Brownies

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 24 brownies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Andes Mint Brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with layers of minty goodness. A dense chocolate brownie base is topped with a smooth mint frosting and finished with a layer of melted chocolate. They’re the perfect treat for mint chocolate lovers and ideal for holidays, parties, or anytime you need a decadent dessert.


Ingredients

For the Brownies:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Mint Layer:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 cups powdered sugar

  • 2 tbsp milk

  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

  • A few drops of green food coloring (optional)

  • 1 cup chopped Andes mints or Andes baking chips

For the Chocolate Topping:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter


Instructions

  1. Make the Brownies:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

    • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.

    • Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.

    • Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.

    • Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely.

  2. Make the Mint Layer:

    • Beat softened butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and food coloring. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

    • Stir in chopped Andes mints or chips.

    • Spread evenly over the cooled brownies. Chill for 15–20 minutes.

  3. Make the Chocolate Topping:

    • In a small saucepan or microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter together until smooth.

    • Let it cool slightly, then pour over the mint layer and spread evenly.

    • Chill brownies until the chocolate sets, about 30 minutes.

  4. Cut into squares and serve!


Notes

  • For cleaner cuts, warm your knife under hot water and wipe clean between slices.

  • You can skip the green food coloring if you prefer a more natural look.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg