Easy to Make Peppermint Brownie Bites
Cookies are a classic treat during the holiday season, but sometimes you want something different to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're looking for a unique treat to leave for Santa or a sweet dish to bring to your next holiday party, these cute mini peppermint brownies are perfect. Since they're made with boxed mix, you can whip them up in no time then dress them up with chocolate and mints for a delicious Christmas treat.
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What Do I Need to Make Peppermint Brownies?
The combination of chocolate and peppermint is a delicious treat during the holidays. And with the help of a premade mix, you can whip up a batch of your own peppermint brownies in just a few minutes. To prepare this quick and easy recipe, you'll need:
- Boxed brownie mix: *This recipe uses Betty Crocker Fudge brownie mix. If using another brand, follow directions on box for ingredients and baking instructions. Use white chocolate chips and peppermints as listed in recipe.
- Eggs
- Water
- Vegetable oil
- White chocolate chips
- Peppermints or candy canes
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How Do I Make Peppermint Brownies?
Since this simple recipe is made with mix, you can prepare it quickly and easily. Just follow these three steps to whip up these mini peppermint brownies at home:
Step One: Prepare the Brownie Mix
To make this simple recipe, start by preheating the oven. Grease a muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray, then move on to preparing the brownie mix. Whisk together the mix, egg, oil, and water. Stir the ingredients together until just combined, making sure not to overmix the ingredients. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
Step Two: Bake the Brownies
Fill each cup of the muffin pan around 90 percent full of brownie batter. Bake the brownie bites for 10 minutes, until they're fully cooked and a toothpick inserted in the center of the brownie comes out clean.
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Step Three: Fill the Mini Brownies
When the brownies are finished cooking, remove the pan from the oven and immediately make an indention in the center of each brownie bite with the back of a spoon. After that, sprinkle two to three white chocolate chips and a pinch of crushed peppermint in the indention. Give the brownies five minutes to cool in the pan, then transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Peppermint Brownies Recipe Tips & Tricks
You'll love how simple these mini brownie bites are to make! Since they're topped with white chocolate and peppermint, they're packed with holiday flavor. And with the help of these easy baking tips, you can whip up this flavorful dessert in no time.
- Check your brownie mix box for ingredients. This recipe was made using Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix. If you're using a different brand or flavor, make sure to check the box to ensure the ingredients are correct. Different brands and flavors may call for different ingredients needed to prepare the batter. If the ingredients on the box are different from the ones listed in my recipe, follow the instructions on the box to prepare the brownies.
- Bake the brownies in a pan. I love the look of these cute mini peppermint brownies, but there's no reason you can't prepare a full pan of brownies with this recipe. Prepare the brownie batter as listed on your box, then bake according to the instructions on the container. Immediately after you take the brownies out of the oven, top them with white chocolate chips and crushed peppermint. After that, allow the brownies to cool completely, then slice and serve them.
- Add some peppermint extract. Give your brownies even more peppermint flavor with the help of peppermint extract. Add one teaspoon of peppermint extract to the brownie batter with the rest of the ingredients, then prepare as directed.
- Mix chocolate chips into the batter. For even more chocolate flavor, try mixing semi-sweet chocolate chips into the brownie batter before baking. After blending the brownie batter according to the package instructions, add one cup of chocolate chips. Stir the chocolate into the batter until it's just mixed, then follow the recipe instructions for baking.
What’s the Best Way to Crush Peppermint Candies or Candy Canes?
Since peppermint candies are hard, crushing them can sometimes take a little work. To make the process a little easier and less messy, try using a plastic bag to hold your candy before you start crushing.
Remove the candy from the wrapper and place it in a plastic bag. Let out as much air as possible from the bag, then seal the top to keep the candy from coming out while you crush. It's also a good idea to place a cutting board under the bag to keep from damaging your countertop while you crush. Once you're prepared, simply pound the candy with a rolling pin or mallet to crush it.
Another simple way to crush your peppermint candy is with a food processor. After removing the candy from the wrapper, place it in your food processor and seal the lid. Pulse the blades to crush the candy until it reaches your desired consistency.
How Do You Store Brownies After Cooking?
After your brownies are prepared, it's best to store them in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them from drying out. When stored properly, your mini peppermint brownies will stay fresh for up to three days.
Easy to Make Peppermint Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix 18.3 oz. *This recipe uses Betty Crocker Fudge brownie mix. If using another brand, follow directions on box for ingredients and baking instructions. Use white chocolate chips and peppermints as listed in recipe.
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons water
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
- ¼ cup peppermints roughly chopped or crushed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 24-well mini muffin tin. In large mixing bowl, combine brownie mix, egg, oil, and water. Mix until just combined.
- Fill muffin wells 90% full. Bake 10 minutes or until brownies are cooked. Check by inserting a toothpick in the center of brownies-they’re done when the toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and immediately make an indentation in each brownie with the back of a spoon or handle of wooden spoon. Place 2-3 white chocolate chips in the center and top with a sprinkle of crushed peppermint.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan. Place on cooling rack.
