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    Double Chocolate Mint Brownies – The Lazy Way

    September 9, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 7 Comments

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    double chocolate mint brownies

    These really should break some sort of chocolate rules. They really should.

    So we went to Steve’s company picnic recently and we were slated to bring dessert. I had every intention of making triple layer mint brownies. Also known as Grasshopper Brownies.  But I got lazy. In truth, I ran out of time!

    I made the brownies part in the early morning. (Nothing like baking chocolate at 8 am.) Let them cool for a bit and put them into the fridge. Then I went to the eye doctor…got myself some new daily contacts…and returned home to make the mint layer. No problem…mint layer is on. And I look at the time. ACK!

    We need to leave in 20 minutes…no time for melting the chocolate chips…so I sprinkled the little minis on top and gently pressed them into the mint layer and popped the whole thing into the freezer for 10 minutes. After scurrying around to get all the kids into the car, I grabbed the brownies, stuffed them (read…covered them with foil and placed them) into the cooler with some frozen vegetables and away we went. I was bound and determined to keep these brownies cold. While these were certainly delish and brought many a smile to many a faces at the company picnic, the mint layer did get a little droopy. (sigh)

    So perhaps a potluck in the middle of the winter (instead of an outdoor picnic in the heat of the summer) would be a better time to make and take these brownies.

    Either way, you’ll love them.

    I promise, promise, promise…you’ll love them.

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    Double Chocolate Mint Brownies - The Lazy Way

    All the same heavenly flavors, without all the fuss!
    Prep Time8 minutes
    Cook Time18 minutes
    Servings - 4 servings

    Ingredients 

    • 1 box 8x8 inch size brownie mix or make your own!

    Mint Layer

    • 1/3 cup butter or margarine
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1/2 tsp mint or peppermint extract
    • About 3-4 drops green food coloring

    Topping

    • 1 1/2 cups mini chocolate chips

    Instructions

    • Make brownies as directed on the box. Let cool and then place in the fridge to chill.
    • In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, mix together all the ingredients for the mint layer. Spread onto the chilled brownies using a plastic spatula or frosting spreader.
    • Sprinkle the mini chocolate chips over the mint layer and spread them out to cover the mint layer. Gently press in to the mint layer.
    • Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or toss into the freezer for 10 if you are pressed for time. If you plan to chill them longer, cover with foil before chilling. Serve chilled.
    • Bedazzle your friends and family!

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    Comments

    1. Heidi says

      September 9, 2010 at 3:03 pm

      Your recipes are wonderful… I am making these brownies this weekend.. a DOUBLE batch…. Love your site and your cookbook is my Xmas present to all my friends and sisters this year… It’s been a total lifesaver for me and my brood!!! ( I have 6 children… so always lots of hungry bellies around here). Thanks again… You are awesome!!!

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    2. June F says

      September 9, 2010 at 11:31 pm

      OMGosh these look delicious! I’m marking this one a favourite for sure!! 🙂

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    3. Katie @ goodLife {eats} says

      September 10, 2010 at 11:51 am

      I love mint brownies…but my hubby hates mint. I don’t ever make them out of self preservation. Because I know I’d eat the whole pan.

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    4. Joe says

      March 15, 2011 at 7:04 pm

      Chocolate and mint are such classic flavors, like chocolate and peanut butter. Nothing beat great flavor combos when wanting a comfort dessert and this sure is one of them.

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    5. LisaE says

      March 16, 2011 at 9:46 am

      One word…..YUMMMMM

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    6. Melissa says

      March 16, 2011 at 8:22 pm

      Made these today for a st. patty’s party but I found the frosting to be dry when I made it. Did anyone struggle with that? I had to add milk to thin it out to spread. Did you melt the butter?

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    7. Kris says

      September 14, 2011 at 3:42 pm

      Unbelievably good!!! These were a hit with my family and soon to be at church and school functions. Thank you, thank you, thank you! ( I did add a spash of milk to loosen up the mint frosting.)

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