Description
Candy Cane Brownies are a delightful holiday treat that perfectly blends rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint. These fudgy brownies topped with crushed candy canes create a festive dessert that’s irresistible at any gathering. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to be a hit, bringing joy and nostalgia to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Gradually fold this into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes, layer with remaining batter, and top with more candy canes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set in the middle. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg