Recipe courtesy of Culinary.net

These Mint Brownies have three delicious layers. First, a supreme brownie on bottom. Then a fluffy, green mint layer that’s full of flavor and color. Last, but definitely not least, a chocolate layer on top made with chocolate chips, butter and a little whipping cream.

Servings: 9-12

            Nonstick cooking spray

1          box supreme brownie mix with chocolate syrup pouch

3          tablespoons water

1/3       cup vegetable oil

1          egg

Filling:

3 1/2    cups powdered sugar

1/4       cup butter, softened

1/4       cup whipping cream

5          ounces cream cheese, softened

1/2       teaspoon peppermint extract

5          drops green food color

Topping:

1/2       cup whipping cream

1          bag (12 ounces) chocolate chips

1/2       cup butter

Heat oven to 350 F.

Spray 8-by-8-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray.

In large bowl, mix brownie mix, water, oil and egg until combined. Pour into prepared baking pan. Bake 35 minutes. Cool completely, about 1 hour.

To make filling: In large bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter, whipping cream, cream cheese, peppermint extract and food coloring. Spread over cooled brownies. Refrigerate 1 hour, or until set.

To make topping: In saucepan, melt whipping cream, chocolate chips and butter until smooth. Cool until lukewarm, about 10 minutes. Pour over filling; spread to cover. Refrigerate 2 hours, or until set.

Before serving, let brownies set 10 minutes at room temperature.

Tips: Cut brownies with wet knife for cleaner cuts. Store covered in refrigerator.

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