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Grasshopper mint brownies recipe

Grasshopper Brownies

Rich chocolate and cool mint mingle to create an explosion of flavor in these grasshopper brownies. This recipe utilizes brownie mix and canned frosting to make an easy and delicious quick treat.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 16 2 x 2 Brownies

Ingredients

  • 1 box brownie mix prepare as directed on box
  • ½ cup Andes mint baking chips
  • 1 can cream cheese frosting
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Creme de Menthe or 1 teaspoon mint extract
  • 2 - 3 drops drops green soft gel food coloring
  • ¾ cup dark chocolate baking chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Kahlua optional

Method

  1. Add mint chips to brownie mix and bake in an 8″ x 8″ pan following the instructions on the box. Allow to completely cool.
  2. Place frosting in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
  3. Add powdered sugar, creme de menthe (or extract), and color. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  4. Spread frosting evenly over cooled brownies. Place in fridge to set frosting.
  5. Place chocolate chips is a small mixing bowl.
  6. Heat cream in the microwave until hot (not boiling).
  7. Pour hot cream over chips and allow to stand for about three minutes. Stir to combine.

  8. Chocolate will thicken as it cools.  Add Kahlua to ganache if desired.

  9. When chocolate reaches room temperature pour over the top of mint layer.
  10. Level with a spatula if necessary.
  11. Place brownies in the fridge for about thirty minutes to set ganache.

Cooks Notes

I used a box mix and canned frosting for this quick and easy treat, if you prefer to make everything from scratch, knock yourself out.