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    Home » Dessert » Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies

    Published: Jan 9, 2014 · Modified: Sep 9, 2019 by Lisa Johnson

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies

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    mini marshmallow topped brownies sitting on a square white plate

    I know, I know.....you're trying to eat healthy, but it's time for another Dessert Challenge! This month's ingredients are Cocoa (or chocolate pudding) and Marshmallows. I will be honest with you, I really struggled with this one. I must have gone through 5 or 6 different recipe ideas until I finally chose to make these Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies.

    mini marshmallow topped brownies sitting on a square white plate

    My first thought was S'mores, so I ran through pies, and cookies. Absolute insanity! While I was searching for the miniature marshmallows in the pantry, I came across some Starbucks Peppermint Hot Cocoa Mix.....BINGO! If it is good enough to use in my morning mocha, it will definitely be a delicious addition to brownies!

    two marshmallow covered brownies sitting on a square white plate

    If you do not have peppermint hot cocoa mix, you could use any mix that you have on hand. I also found a salted caramel hot cocoa mix, but it contained milk. 🙁

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies cocoa mix cookingwithcurls.com

    This hot cocoa mix has crushed peppermint candies in it.^^^How fun is that?

    How to make Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies:

    Beat the sugar and butter together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, and beat until well combined.....

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies eggs cookingwithcurls.com

    Add the extract and stir in the dry ingredients.....

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies cocoa cookingwithcurls.com

    Pour into a prepared baking pan, and bake. Do Not Over Bake! I was on the phone and mine got a bit over cooked. I prefer them to be gooey, and fudgy, but they were still delicious.....

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies pan cookingwithcurls.com

    When the brownies are done, remove them from the oven and top with marshmallows.....

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    Return to the oven until the marshmallows puff up.....

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies puffed cookingwithcurls.com

    Allow to cool.....if you can.....cut and serve.

    More delicious chocolate and marshmallow dessert recipes:

    S'mores Brownies

    S'mores Ice Cream Pie

    Double Chocolate Hot Cacao Mix - in case you would like to make your own mix!

    Outdoor S'mores with Homemade Peanut Butter

    Enjoy!!

    mini marshmallow topped brownies sitting on a square white plate

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Brownies are part of my latest obsession.....chocolate and peppermint!! They are even topped with mini marshmallows!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: hot, chocolate, brownies, recipe, cocoa, dessert, scratch
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 16 Servings
    Calories: 196kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cups unsalted butter softened
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs at room temperature
    • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
    • ½ cup peppermint hot chocolate mix I used Starbucks
    • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa
    • 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 8-inch square baking pan with baking spray and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until creamy.
    • Add the eggs one at a time, continuing to beat to combine. Add the peppermint extract.
    • Stir in the flour, cocoa, peppermint hot chocolate, and salt.
    • Pour into prepared pan and bake for 25 - 30 minutes until set, but still slightly shiny.
    • Remove from the oven and top with marshmallows. Return to the oven until until marshmallows puff, about 2 minutes.
    • Allow brownies to cool, cut, and serve.

    Notes

    If you do not have peppermint hot cocoa mix, you could use any flavor hot cocoa mix that you enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 46mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.8mg
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    Comments

    1. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

      January 09, 2014 at 8:38 am

      Oh Lisa, a little peppermint in there sounds like a great idea!

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    2. marcie says

      January 09, 2014 at 8:38 am

      These look incredible, Lisa! I love that there's peppermint flavor in these -- great idea using Starbuck's cocoa mix!

      Reply
    3. Shannon R says

      January 09, 2014 at 10:29 am

      I love brownies. The little bit of peppermint is fun and unexpected.

      Reply
    4. Emily @ It Bakes Me Happy says

      January 09, 2014 at 2:17 pm

      Oh Lisa they look divine and so fudgy! Pinned 🙂

      Reply
    5. Cheryl says

      January 09, 2014 at 4:39 pm

      I love brownies! I love peppermint and chocolate, too. I'm glad this is the recipe you settled on. What a great month for the Lady Behind the Curtain Dessert Challenge! HUGS!

      Reply
    6. Happy Valley Chow says

      January 09, 2014 at 4:41 pm

      Danngg that looks awesome! I'm not much a peppermint person, but I wouldn't mind trying these 🙂

      Happy Blogging!
      Happy Valley Chow

      Reply
    7. Diane says

      January 09, 2014 at 5:05 pm

      Your brownies look delicious Lisa! Yummy! I participate this time too!

      Reply
    8. Lisa @ Wine & Glue says

      January 09, 2014 at 7:49 pm

      These look delicious Lisa! You did an awesome job with the challenge! Pinning!

      Reply
    9. tanya says

      January 10, 2014 at 9:12 am

      Can never have enough cocoa desserts! These are fantastic Lisa, especially with the peppermint!

      Reply
    10. Teri @ The Freshman Cook says

      January 10, 2014 at 11:01 am

      Love the peppermint cocoa used in this recipe. I think I have some left from Christmas, and now I know what to do with it. What a great recipe! Thanks.

      Reply
    11. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

      January 10, 2014 at 12:01 pm

      These looks absolutely delicious Lisa! Love them!

      Reply
    12. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

      January 11, 2014 at 2:13 pm

      Oh yum! These brownies look so good, Lisa! 🙂 Pinned!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        January 13, 2014 at 11:32 pm

        Thank you Carrie!! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Allie | Baking a Moment says

      January 12, 2014 at 5:59 pm

      These brownies look so adorable with the little marshmallows "floating" on top! Just like a cup of peppermint hot cocoa. I love it!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        January 13, 2014 at 11:30 pm

        Thank you so much Allie! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

      January 14, 2014 at 8:33 am

      Wow, these sound delish, and they look so cute, too! Pinning!

      Reply
    15. Beth @ The First Year Blog says

      January 14, 2014 at 9:09 pm

      Lisa, oh boy do I ever need this recipe for next year's Christmas! I am coming by from the whimsy wednesday link party!

      Reply
    16. Jessica says

      January 15, 2014 at 5:37 am

      Brownies are great!

      Stopping by from a blog hop that your link was in. I'm happy to have found your site/blog! I have started a blog/site that focuses on faith and home (with recipes, decorating ideas, etc.) and it has a great team of writers writing on these topics (and more).

      Hope to see you as a new like on Facebook and possibly an email subscriber at our website (so you can be notified of new content that's posted, and it's free to subscribe)!

      Reply
    17. Sami says

      January 15, 2014 at 6:53 am

      Lisa, these look great. I love brownies, thanks for a yummy recipe!

      Reply
    18. Jacky says

      January 15, 2014 at 10:27 am

      Peppermint mocha is my favorite. Thanks for turning it into a brownie. Can't wait to try!

      Reply
    19. Cynthia says

      January 15, 2014 at 10:16 pm

      Healthy can wait - these look so good! Thanks for linking to the In and Out of the Kitchen Link Party. Hope to see you next week.

      Reply
    20. Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says

      January 16, 2014 at 12:30 pm

      These brownies look amazing! I'm a sucker for any brownie, but I love the peppermint and marshmallows here. Yum yum yum! 🙂

      Reply
    21. Krista Low says

      January 16, 2014 at 1:11 pm

      I love how you did the marshmallows on top so you can still see their shape but they are a little melty... Yum! Fabulous recipe 🙂

      Reply
    22. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

      January 17, 2014 at 6:34 pm

      Lisa, I'm loving how you created these brownies! I love smores... but I'm happy you went this creative route! Featuring these awesome brownies in the morning at the SSS party!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        January 18, 2014 at 12:10 am

        YEAH!!! Thank you so much Gloria. I will be there...will bells on! Okay, I will be there with pajamas on. 😉

        Reply
    23. Samantha @ Five Heart Home says

      January 17, 2014 at 8:11 pm

      My boys would go crazy over these, Lisa...and, well, so would I! I love everything about them. And adding marshmallows to the top is such a fun touch!

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        January 17, 2014 at 11:56 pm

        Thank you so much Samantha, they were really fun...and delicious! 😉

        Reply
    24. Nichi - The Mandatory Mooch says

      January 18, 2014 at 10:27 pm

      Lisa, These look amazing. So glad you linked them up to BOTW so I can pin them this week. YUMMY!!

      Reply
    25. Adelina Priddis says

      January 22, 2014 at 11:23 pm

      Oh that sounds delicious.

      Reply
    26. Joanne T Ferguson says

      July 19, 2015 at 4:39 am

      I could so go for one of your brownies now Lisa! Pinned and shared!

      Reply

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