Mint chocolate brownies with a pale green mint layer and glossy chocolate top, sliced into squares.
These mint chocolate brownies have three perfect layers: fudgy brownie, creamy mint, and a smooth chocolate top.
They’re party-ready, slice beautifully after chilling, and taste better than bakery brownies.
If you love mint + chocolate, this is your new go-to dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Mint Chocolate Brownies
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- Better than bakery: Thick layers and rich flavor.
- Make-ahead friendly: Chill overnight for easy slicing.
- Crowd-pleaser: Mint + chocolate always wins.
- Great for trays: Clean squares for parties.
Ingredients for Mint Chocolate Brownies
Brownie Base
- Unsalted butter, melted (1/2 cup) – rich base.
- Granulated sugar (1 cup) – sweetness and chew.
- Eggs (2) – structure.
- Vanilla extract (2 teaspoons) – boosts chocolate flavor.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (3/4 cup) – deep chocolate.
- All-purpose flour (1/2 cup) – structure.
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon) – balance.
Mint Layer
- Unsalted butter, softened (1/4 cup) – creamy base.
- Powdered sugar (1 1/2 cups) – frosting body.
- Milk (1–2 tablespoons) – to thin.
- Mint extract (1/4 teaspoon to start) – add slowly.
- Green food coloring (optional) – classic look.
Chocolate Top
- Chocolate chips (1 cup) – smooth top layer.
- Butter (1 tablespoon) – helps spread.
How to Make Mint Chocolate Brownies
- 1. Bake: Heat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.
- 2. Mix: Whisk butter + sugar. Add eggs + vanilla until glossy. Stir in cocoa, flour, salt.
- 3. Cook: Bake 24–30 minutes until edges set and center is slightly soft. Cool fully.
- 4. Frost: Beat mint layer ingredients until spreadable. Spread over cooled brownies.
- 5. Top: Melt chips + butter, spread on top. Chill 1 hour.
- 6. Slice: Warm knife under hot water, wipe, slice.
Tips for Perfect Mint Chocolate Brownies
- Cool completely before frosting.
- Chill before slicing for clean layers.
- Add mint slowly and taste.
Variations & Substitutions
- Add crushed mint candies on top.
- Add espresso powder to the brownie base.
Make-Ahead & Freezing
Fridge: 5 days.
Freezer: Freeze sliced squares 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
- Coffee or hot chocolate
- Vanilla ice cream
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Yield: 16 brownies
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Reader Review: Perfect mint flavor and the layers look so neat.
Leave a rating and tell me—extra mint or extra chocolate?