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BYU Mint Brownies

BYU Mint Brownies are made with a rich cocoa and honey brownie base, topped with a creamy mint frosting and finished with a smooth layer of chocolate icing for the perfect chocolate-mint combination.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BYU Mint Brownies, Chocolate Mint Brownies, mint brownies
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 515kcal
Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup margarine
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 TBSP honey
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 ¾ cup flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 12 oz chocolate frosting (store bought or homemade)

Mint Icing

  • 5 TBSP margarine
  • dash of salt
  • 3 TBSP milk
  • 1 TBSP light corn syrup
  • 2 ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp mint extract (not peppermint)
  • 2-3 drops green food coloring

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 x 13 baking pan, set it asided.
  • In a small bowl melt the margarine and mix in the cocoa powder; allow to cool.
  • Then add the honey, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well, fold in the nuts (if desired).
  • Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 minutes, then let cool for 1 hour.
  • Prepare mint icing: Soften the margarine, then add the salt, corn syrup, and powdered sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Add the mint extract and food coloring, mix again to combine well.
  • Gradually add the milk until the consistency is a little thinner than the cake frosting.
  • Place the cooled brownies in the freezer for about 20 minutes, then spread the Mint icing on top. Return brownies to the freezer for about 30 minutes to stiffen the icing. Then spread a thin layer of chocolate icing on top.
  • If you want to cut pretty squares, place back in the freezer for about 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

Notes

Mint Brownies stay fresh 3–4 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the fridge (let them sit 20–30 minutes before serving).
They also freeze well for 2–3 months—slice first, layer with parchment in an airtight container, and thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 515kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 306mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 58g | Vitamin A: 731IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg