Joe's Peppermint Cookies N Cream Brownies

Indulge in holiday-inspired decadence with Joe's Peppermint Cookies N Cream Brownies, a festive twist on classic fudgy brownies. Bursting with crushed peppermint candies and chunks of chocolate sandwich cookies, these rich, chewy treats strike the perfect balance between cool minty freshness and deep chocolatey goodness. Made with a blend of semi-sweet chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of peppermint extract, each bite is a celebration of flavor and texture. Whether you're baking for a crowd or just treating yourself, these brownies are an irresistible dessert that’s ready in under an hour. Top them with more peppermint candies or a drizzle of white chocolate for a show-stopping finish your friends and family will rave about! Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you’re craving a festive dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup crushed peppermint candies
• 1 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
• 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in 30-second increments, stirring each time, until smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and the melted butter-chocolate mixture until fully combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Gently fold in the crushed peppermint candies and chocolate sandwich cookies for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).

Step 10

Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares.

Step 11

Optional: Garnish with additional crushed peppermint candies or a drizzle of melted white chocolate for extra festivity.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1279.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4951.1

Total Fat 194.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 992mg	0%
Sodium 1859.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 821.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.0g	0%
Total Sugars 626.6g
Protein 64.4g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 323.9mg	0%
Iron 28.5mg	0%
Potassium 1633.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.1%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 62.0%