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Peppermint Bark Brownies – Quick & Easy 15-Minute Christmas Dessert

peppermint Bark Brownies – Quick & Easy 15-Minute Christmas Dessert

These Peppermint Bark Brownies are the ultimate holiday treat! Fudgy brownies topped with rich chocolate, peppermint white chocolate, and crushed candy canes. A Quick & Easy 15-Minute Christmas Dessert everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • For the Brownie Base:
  • 1 box brownie mix or homemade batter
  • Eggs oil, and water (as directed on mix package)
  • For the Peppermint Bark Layer:
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 4 –5 candy canes crushed

Method
 

  1. Instructions
  2. Prepare the Brownie Base
  3. Bake the brownies according to the package directions (or your homemade recipe). Let them cool slightly in the pan.
  4. Add the Chocolate Layer
  5. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled brownies.
  6. Add the Peppermint White Chocolate
  7. Melt the white chocolate chips, stir in peppermint extract, and spread over the chocolate layer.
  8. Top with Candy Canes
  9. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top. Lightly press so they stick.
  10. Chill and Serve
  11. Place the pan in the fridge for 20–30 minutes until set. Slice into squares and enjoy!

Notes

Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Can be frozen for up to 2 months.
For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free brownie mix.
Kids love helping with sprinkling the crushed candy canes!