Mint Chocolate Brownies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18 cm baking tray with parchment paper.

   Tip: Make sure to grease the parchment paper lightly

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and confectioners' sugar.

   Tip: Use a whisk to get rid of any lumps

3. 3

   In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Don't overmix!

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla and peppermint extracts.

   Tip: Start and stop the mixer to scrape down the sides of the bowl

5. 5

   Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

   Tip: Stir until smooth

6. 6

   Pour the melted chocolate into the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

   Tip: Don't overmix!

7. 7

   Add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.

   Tip: Don't overmix!

8. 8

   Stir in the melted butter, mint chocolate chunks, and softened butter.

   Tip: Get in there with a spatula and fold until just combined

9. 9

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray and smooth the top.

   Tip: Don't worry if it's not perfect – it'll set beautifully

10. 10

    Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2 cm from the edge comes out with a few moist crumbs.

    Tip: Keep an eye on it – it'll go from perfectly cooked to burnt quickly

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.

    Tip: Don't slice until it's completely cool

12. 12

    Cut into squares and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of confectioners' sugar, if desired.

    Tip: Get creative with your toppings – it's your brownie, after all!