Grinch Brownies with Green Ganache Frosting

Grinch Brownies with Green Ganache Frosting

How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a classic movie to watch during the holiday season. So, it's fun to make Grinch themed treats to take to parties at this time of year. These Grinch Brownies with Ganache Frosting are simple to make, yet decadent. Make a batch of these festive brownies for your next gathering and they are sure to be a hit!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Holiday Baking

Keyword: Grinch Brownies

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 35

Servings: Brownies

Calories: 568kcal

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs plus 2 yolks
1 stick 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup vegetable oil
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup cocoa powder
12 Mint Oreos

For the Ganache:

12 ounces high quality white chocolate chips
¾ cup heavy cream
Green food coloring
Sprinkles

Instructions

To Make the Brownies:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees degrees.
Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, salt, whole eggs and yolks in a large bowl.
Melt the butter and chocolate in a double boiler, then whisk together until fully combined.
Whisk in the vegetable oil.
Pour the chocolate mixture into the sugar mixture and mix until fully combined. Gently fold in the flour and cocoa.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Then, press the Oreos into the batter, spacing evenly so that when the brownies are cut, there is an Oreo in each one.
Bake brownies until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.

To Make the Ganache:

Place the white chocolate into a medium-sized, bowl and set aside.
In a medium saucepan heat your heavy cream until it just comes to a simmer, do not boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 3 minutes.
Stir to combine and melt the white chocolate chips.
Once white chocolate is melted and smooth, add the green food coloring a little at a time until your reach your desired "Grinchy" green.
Pour white chocolate mixture over the top of the brownies and spread out with a knife.
Sprinkle with red heart sprinkles.
Let the the brownies cool and the ganache to set.
Slice into 12 squares and serve!
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days, if they last that long!

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