Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Shortbread Brownie Layer Bars, where rich, fudgy brownies meet buttery shortbread infused with a refreshing hint of peppermint. These bars are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, captivating everyone with their irresistible taste and texture. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll create a show-stopping dessert that brings joy to any occasion!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the shortbread layer, cream together butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour and mix until just combined. Spread into the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- For the brownie layer, melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract until smooth. Fold in additional chocolate chips.
- Pour brownie batter over baked shortbread and bake for another 25-30 minutes until set but fudgy in the center.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares and topping with crushed peppermint candies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg