Andes Mint Brownies
The addition of chocolate mint candies in these homemade Andes Mint Brownies makes them extra fudgy, rich, and decadent. This easy recipe makes dark chocolate, gooey brownies, even if you choose to use a boxed brownie mix. Andes Mint Brownies are the best brownies because they are so flavorful, yet simple.
Servings: 9 brownies
Calories: 312kcal
Ingredients
Andes Mint Brownies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 4.67oz pack Andes Creme De Menthe Thins (or Andes baking chips)
Chocolate Ganache (optional)
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 4.67oz pack Andes Creme De Menthe Thins (or Andes baking chips)
Instructions
Andes Mint Brownies
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 8 or 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil.
- Combine the melted butter and cocoa powder until fully blended. Set aside.
- Beat the eggs and sugar together on medium speed for about 5 minutes, until thickened.
- Stir in the salt and vanilla, then the chocolate mixture until blended.
- Mix in the baking. powder and flour until just combined – do not over mix.
- Add half of the brownie batter to the pan. Top with one package of the Andes candy.
- Top the candy evenly with the remaining batter.
Chocolate Ganache (optional)
- Add chocolate chips to a large bowl.
- Heat the heavy cream in a sauce pan over medium until simmering.
- pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and stir until the chocolate is fully melted and well blended.
- Pour the ganache over the brownies and top with additional chopped Andes candies.
- Allow to set at room temperature or place in the refrigerator to set faster.
- Cut into 9 squares and serve.
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Notes
Tips and Techniques
- Andes Creme De Menthe Thins can be chopped and mixed into the batter or added whole as shown in the post. You can also use Andes Creme De Menthe baking chips.
- Store leftover brownies at room temperature in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. Cut brownies are best within 2 days, uncut brownies may last up to 5-7 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 368IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg