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Decadent St. Patrick’s Lucky Mint Brownie Bites

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These brownie bites combine rich chocolate with refreshing mint for a festive and indulgent treat perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed)
  • ¾ cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 oz (60g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • A few drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 2 tbsp crushed mint candies or Andes mints
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and melted unsalted butter until well blended. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until smooth.
  4. Stir in peppermint extract and vanilla extract into the wet mixture.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined. The batter should be thick and fudgy.
  6. In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and green food coloring (if using) until smooth and creamy.
  7. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Dollop half the cream cheese frosting over the batter in random spots and gently swirl with a knife or skewer.
  8. Repeat with the remaining batter and frosting, swirling again to create a marbled effect.
  9. Sprinkle crushed mint candies evenly over the top.
  10. 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.
  11. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Use parchment overhang to lift out and cut into 1.5-inch square bites.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies tender. Use room temperature eggs for better texture. Softened cream cheese is key for smooth frosting. Start checking brownies at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking. Crushing mint candies evenly adds nice texture. Swirl frosting gently to keep layers distinct.

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