Peppermint Blondies are a delightful combination of buttery richness with a refreshing minty twist. The blend of soft cookie and cool peppermint makes these blondie bars an unforgettable addition to any dessert table!
Making this peppermint blondies recipe is so simple, with a few basic ingredients, anyone can create a delicious batch that captures the essence of the season. These holiday treats are perfect for the season or any time one craves a unique dessert that stands out from standard options.
What is a blondie?
Blondies are basically brownies without the chocolate! They are very similar to cookie bars but generally have less flour which yields a richer and denser consistency that is more like a brownie than a cookie. You can eat blondies plain or add in chocolate chips, M&Ms, or anything else you’d like…like peppermint! And like many other baked goods, blondies are even better when eaten warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Why you’ll love this Blondie Recipe
- Incredible Flavor: Peppermint Blondies offer a unique blend of flavors that many find irresistible. The buttery richness of traditional blondies pairs perfectly with the crisp, refreshing notes of peppermint. This combination brings a new dimension to a classic treat.
- Versatile Enjoyment: Great for holidays, parties, or any time a sweet treat is desired. They make an excellent gift or dessert centerpiece, showcasing both effort and creativity.
- Easy recipe to follow: The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, anyone can create these delicious desserts.
Ingredients for Peppermint Blondies
Flour: Use 1 ¼ cup of all-purpose flour works in this recipe.
Baking powder: 1 tsp. of baking powder acts as the leavening agent in the cookies.
Corn starch: Just 1 tsp. of cornstarch improves the texture of the blondies.
Butter: Add ½ cup of butter to the dough.
Sugar: You will need 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Egg: 1 large egg will help bind the ingredients together.
Peppermint extract: Use 1 tsp. of peppermint extract (not mint!).
Peppermint candies: You need about 30 peppermint candies, crushed. Most of them are mixed into the batter, some are reserved to sprinkle on top of the frosted bars.
Frosting
Powdered sugar: 3 cups of powder sugar is needed for a sweet frosting.
Butter: Use ¼ cup of butter, softened to room temperature.
Milk: 3-4 TBSP of milk will thin out the frosting to spreading consistency.
How to make Peppermint Blondies
Prep
Get the oven preheated to 350° F. Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper and then set it aside. Crush the peppermint candy in a ziplocked bag using a rolling pin.
Dough
In a small bowl whisk to combine the flour, baking powder, and cornstarch. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a separate bowl, combine the butter, sugar, egg, and peppermint extract. Beat on medium speed with an electric mixer, until creamy.
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix again until all ingredients are fully combined, and a soft dough comes together.
Add the crushed peppermint candies to the mixing bowl, reserving about ¼ cup for topping the blondies later, and stir to combine.
Bake
Scoop the dough into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a rubber spatula, pressing it out evenly into all sides and corners of the pan. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the top of the blondies is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
Allow the blondies to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
In a bowl of an electric mixer, combine the powdered sugar and butter, mix until combined. Add 3 tablespoons of milk and beat the frosting until smooth and creamy. Add the remaining tablespoon of milk only if the frosting is too dry.
Spread the frosting evenly on the cooled blondies. Top them with the remaining crushed peppermint candy pieces, slice into 9 equal squares and serve. Enjoy!
Peppermint Blondies
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp corn starch
- ½ cup butter softened to room temperature
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 30 peppermint candies crushed
Frosting
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup butter softened to room temperature
- 3-4 TBSP milk
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 350° F and line an 8×8 baking sheet with parchment paper and then set it aside. Crush the peppermint candy in a ziplocked bag using a rolling pin.
- Dough: In a small bowl whisk to combine the flour, baking powder, and cornstarch. Then set this dry mixture aside.
- In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, combine the butter, sugar, egg, and peppermint extract. Beat until creamy.
- Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix again until all ingredients are fully combined. Add the crushed peppermint candies to the bowl, reserving about ¼ cup for topping the blondies later, and stir to combine.
- Bake: Transfer the dough into the prepared baking pan and smooth out the top with a rubber spatula, pressing it out evenly into all sides and corners of the pan.
- Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the top of the blondies is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Allow the blondies to cool completely before frosting.
- Frosting: In a bowl of an electric mixer, combine the powdered sugar and butter, mix until fully combined. Then add 3 TBSP of milk and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Add the remaining tablespoon of milk only if the frosting is too dry.
- Proceed to spread the frosting evenly on the cooled blondies. Top them with the remaining crushed peppermint candy pieces, slice into 9 equal squares and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
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Can these be made gluten-free while maintaining their texture and taste?
Yes, peppermint blondies can be made gluten-free by substituting all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Many blends include ingredients like almond flour or coconut flour, which help maintain moisture and texture. Ensuring the right balance of gluten-free ingredients can yield delicious results without compromising flavor.
TIPS FOR MAKING AMAZING BLONDIES
Making blondies is pretty easy! Here are some tips to make sure that your Peppermint Blondies turn out right every single time.
- Preheat the oven. This will help your dessert bars to bake evenly every time!
- Mix the wet and dry ingredients separately before mixing them all together.
- Spend a little extra time when you mix the butter and sugars. Creaming them together for at least 2-3 minutes will help the consistency to be perfect.
HOW TO CUT PERFECT BLONDIES
The answer to getting every single blondie cut and looking great is parchment paper! I used to always get frustrated with desserts that were made in an 8X8 pan because I felt like I was always destroying the entire first row trying to get them out of the pan! Then I discovered that if you line the pan with parchment paper, you can remove the entire dessert from the pan and slice the blondies perfectly without having a hard time cutting the edges and corners.
If you don’t have parchment paper, you can just grease your pan like you usually do but your first row that you remove from the pan may just not be quite as pretty!
Peppermint Blondies Serving Suggestions
Trying to make the presentation a little fancier? Here are a few ideas!
- Cut the blondies into uniform, bite-sized squares for easy handling. Placing them in mini cupcake liners adds a fun touch and makes for an orderly display.
- For a more indulgent experience, consider serving the blondies with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream alongside. This combination balances the sweet and minty flavors, creating a delightful contrast.
- Pairing the blondies with a warm beverage, such as hot cocoa or peppermint tea, can complement their flavor. Present each serving on a festive plate!
MORE DELICIOUS PEPPERMINT RECIPES TO TRY:
- PEPPERMINT CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
- 2-INGREDIENT PEPPERMINT FONDUE
- BROWNIE PEPPERMINT ICE CREAM PIE
- PEPPERMINT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
- CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BREAD
- SWIRLED PEPPERMINT BUNDT CAKE
- PEPPERMINT SHORTBREAD COOKIES
- CHOCOLATE DIPPED PEPPERMINT MERINGUES
- PEPPERMINT OREO FUDGE
- PEPPERMINT OREO POKE CAKE
- PEPPERMINT BARK COOKIES
- HOMEMADE PEPPERMINT PATTIES
- EASY PEPPERMINT CHEX MIX
- PEPPERMINT FUDGE COOKIES
- PEPPERMINT OREO COOKIES
- COPYCAT CHICK-FIL-A PEPPERMINT MILKSHAKES
Peppermint Blondies are soft, chewy, and loaded with peppermint flavor! A delicious dessert that is perfect for the holidays.
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