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Christmas Brownie Delights Recipe Easy Peppermint Candy Crunch Treats

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These Christmas brownie delights combine rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing peppermint candy crunch, making a festive and easy holiday treat perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (about 100g) crushed peppermint candies
  • ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl until fully liquid but not hot, about 1 minute. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly pour melted butter into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined.
  7. Fold in crushed peppermint candies and chocolate chips if using.
  8. Pour batter evenly into prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle extra crushed peppermint candies on top.
  9. Bake for 25–30 minutes, checking at 25 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  10. Remove from oven and cool completely on a cooling rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Use fresh peppermint candies crushed coarsely for best texture. Avoid finely powdered candy as it melts and loses crunch. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips. Cool brownies completely before slicing to maintain peppermint crunch. Start checking baking at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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