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These semi-homemade peppermint Candy Cane Brownies are full of minty flavor and are so easy to make with convenient ingredients like a brownie mix, crushed candy canes, mint chips, and some ingredients to ‘doctor up’ the brownie mix to make it taste homemade.
For more candy cane peppermint recipes be sure and try this Candy Cane Pie and Candy Cane Kiss Brownie Bites.
Easy Brownie Mix Candy Cane Brownies
Are you in need of a last minute Christmas treat? Well I’ve got a good one today for ya’! Things are always so busy during the holiday season and there is nothing better than super easy recipes that you can whip up in no time.
These candy cane brownies start with a brownie mix and then have a few additional ingredients that make it taste homemade (like heavy cream), and add-ins like candy canes and mint chocolate pieces.
These are impressive brownies that are easy to make with only one bowl and 6 ingredients.
Ingredients Needed
- Chocolate Brownie Mix : Use a milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or chocolate fudge. The dark chocolate pairs nicely with the bright peppermint flavors but any chocolate brownie mix will work great!
- Large Eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- Heavy Cream : I don’t recommend substituting this for a lower-fat milk because you want that fat, thickness, and richness for the brownies. If you must use something else, half and half is a suitable substitute that will yield similar results.
- Mint Baking Chips : These can be found in the baking aisle alongside the other chocolate chips OR try using some Andes Peppermint chocolate or Andes Mints, chop them up, and use those in the recipe.
- Crushed Peppermint Candy Canes : These are the classic red and white candy canes.
How To Make This Easy Christmas Treat (Printable Recipe Card Below)
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper or spray well with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add the dry brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and heavy cream. Use a whisk, or an electric hand mixer, to mix until full combined (about 1-2 minutes). I think it’s easiest to use a hand mixer – start on low speed and increase as needed until combined.
Stir in the mint chocolate chips or chunks until combined.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over top and then use a butter knife to gently swirl them into the batter. They do not need to be completely mixed in, just lightly swirl them into the top of the brownies.
Bake for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick place into the center comes out clean. The edges should be set and pulled away from the sides of the baking pan.
Remove from the oven and immediately top with the remaining crushed candy canes. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before cutting into squares. If you want to serve them warmer then let them cool for 15 minutes to 30 minutes before cutting.
How To Store Leftovers
Any leftovers should be stored, in an airtight container or a covered plate with plastic wrap, at room temperature for 4-5 days.
If you want to store them longer than keep them in the fridge for up to a week.
If wanting to freeze the candy cane brownies, I recommend wrapping each brownie individually in plastic wrap and then again in foil before freezing. Thaw before serving (fridge or room temperature) or they can also be warmed up in the microwave for 15-25 seconds for a fresh, gooey brownie treat.
Can I Make Any Changes To This Peppermint Candy Cane Recipe?
- Frosting : Make peppermint frosted brownies by making your favorite frosting (chocolate or buttercream) and then garnishing the frosting with lots of chopped candy cane pieces or chopped Andes Peppermint chocolate pieces. Or make it even easier and buy a can of white frosting, or chocolate frosting, from the store and spread that over top the cooled brownies.
- Add-Ins : Use any chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, dark), or white chocolate chips in this recipe. Or try chopping up some peppermint chocolates like Andes Mints or the Ghiradelli peppermint bark chocolate would make a great addition to these brownies. Chopped nuts are another great addition as well.
More Peppermint Recipes
- Peppermint Chocolate Lush is a show-stopper layered dessert that also happens to be no bake! Chocolate Oreo crust with a peppermint cheesecake layer, chocolate pudding layer, and whipped cream on top.
- Use whole graham cracker sheets and dip them into white chocolate and chocolate to make these Peppermint Bark Graham Crackers. It’s a yummy twist to classic peppermint bark with a crunchy cracker center and chocolate peppermint outside.
- This super smooth, ultra creamy White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is the creamiest fudge ever! No dry fudge here! This recipe uses marshmallow fluff to create the best consistency.
- Soft Peppermint Cheesecake Cookies have a glaze on top! They’re the softest, fluffiest, cheesecake-like cookies with bright peppermint flavor throughout.
Candy Cane Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 box (18.3 oz) brownie mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup mint chocolate chips or chunks (see notes)
- 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
Topping/Garnish
- 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper or spray well with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. * I spray the pan first with cooking spray and then line it with parchment paper. The spray helps the paper adhere and stay in place.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the dry brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and heavy cream. Use a whisk, or an electric hand mixer, to mix until fully combined (about 1-2 minutes). * I think it's easiest to use a hand mixer – start on low speed and increase as needed until combined.1 box (18.3 oz) brownie mix, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Stir in the mint chocolate chips or chunks until combined.3/4 cup mint chocolate chips or chunks
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over top and then use a butter knife to gently swirl them into the batter. They do not need to be completely mixed in, just lightly swirl them into the top of the brownies.1/3 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
- Bake for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick placed into the center comes out clean. The edges should be set and pulled away from the sides of the baking pan.
- Remove from the oven and immediately top with the remaining crushed candy canes. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before cutting into squares.* If you want to serve them warmer then let them cool for 15 minutes to 30 minutes before cutting.1/3 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
Notes
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