Mint Chocolate Brownie Recipe

This Mint Chocolate Brownie Recipe is the one to beat! Deeply fudgy chocolate brownies layered with cool mint frosting and finished with a glossy chocolate drizzle… It’s classic chocolate-mint done right. Rich, dense, and unapologetically indulgent. If brownies are your thing (they’re definitely mine), you’ll feel right at home here! We’ve built an entire brownie collection over the years, and this recipe for mint brownies proudly earns its spot among the favorites.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE FOR MINT BROWNIES

• Ultra-fudgy brownies, not cakey
  
• Classic chocolate-mint flavor done right
  
• Frosted and drizzled… no restraint here
  
• Easy to make ahead for parties
  
• Clean slices that look bakery-worthy

Mint Chocolate Brownie Recipe

I’ve never hidden the fact that brownies are my weakness. I make them constantly, tweak them endlessly, and somehow always convince myself there’s room for one more version.

These mint chocolate chip brownies fall into the bold category. Rich base, creamy frosting, and chocolate drizzle on top. No restraint. That’s intentional.

They’re right at home next to favorites like our Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge Brownies or the days when brownies turn into something a little unexpected, like Reese’s Brownie Cookies.

Some days call for simple… those are Lazy Day Brownies days.

And then there are the surprises, like Lemon Brownies, which somehow still feel like brownies even when they’re bright and citrusy.

This mint brownies recipe fits right in. It’s rich, familiar, and exactly what you want when chocolate and mint are non-negotiable.

If you’re the kind of person who clicks from one brownie recipe to another… welcome. You’re among friends.

INGREDIENT NOTES

• Andes Creme de Menthe Thins: Melt smoothly into the mint brownie batter and give that unmistakable mint-chocolate flavor.
  
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Keeps the brownies rich instead of overly sweet.
  
• Peppermint Extract: Stronger and cleaner than mint, so use it sparingly!
  
• Unsalted Butter: Gives you better control in the batter and frosting.
  
• Powdered Sugar: Creates a smooth, fluffy frosting that spreads easily.
  
• Mini Chocolate Chips: Perfect for both folding into frosting and making the drizzle.

VARIATIONS

Double Mint: Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the brownie batter.

No Food Coloring: Feel free to skip it… the frosting will still taste great!

Dark Chocolate: Use dark chocolate chips for the drizzle.

Boozy Twist: Replace some of the milk in the frosting with creme de menthe liqueur.

Thinner Brownies: Bake mint chip brownies in a 9×13-inch pan and reduce the bake time slightly.

Holiday Style: Add festive sprinkles (think St. Patrick’s Day or Christmas) to the drizzle while it’s still warm.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Perfect on dessert tables and at potlucks.
  
• Great with coffee (including frappuccinos!) or milk.
  
• Serve with a scoop of mint chip ice cream to double down on flavor.
  
• Enjoy a frosted mint brownie with a festive Shamrock Shake… or a grasshopper shot for something boozy…

MINT BROWNIES RECIPE FAQ

This mint chocolate brownie recipe works because the fat-to-flour ratio is intentionally high, which keeps the crumb dense and fudgy instead of cakey.

Melting the butter before mixing allows the sugar to dissolve more completely, creating that glossy batter and tight crumb structure.

Cocoa powder provides chocolate flavor without adding extra fat, keeping the brownies rich but controlled.

The frosting relies on powdered sugar for structure and softened butter for air incorporation, while milk adjusts viscosity so it spreads cleanly without tearing the surface.

Adding peppermint extract in small amounts prevents bitterness and keeps the mint flavor crisp.

That final chocolate drizzle sets through fat crystallization as it cools, giving contrast in both texture and temperature with every bite.

TOOLS NEEDED

• 8×8-inch Baking Dish: Gives you thick, fudgy mint chip brownies.
  
• Electric Mixer: For a glossy batter and fluffy frosting.
  
• Microwave-Safe Bowls: Melting butter and chocolate is quick and easy.
  
• Offset Spatula: Makes frosting neat and even.
  
• Piping Bag: Optional, but it makes drizzling so much easier.

Enjoy!

With love, from our simple kitchen to yours.

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Originally published March 2017, updated and republished January 2026

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