Layered Mint Chocolate Brownies Food

LAYERED MINT BROWNIES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350ºF.
• Microwave 4 oz. chocolate and butter in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until butter is melted; stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Stir in 1-1/4 cups sugar. Blend in 3 eggs and vanilla. Add 1 cup flour; mix well. Spread onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray.
• Bake 5 min. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese, remaining sugar, eggs and flour with mixer until blended. Add extract and food coloring; mix well. Spread onto brownie. Bake 28 to 30 min. or until brownie pulls away from sides of pan. Cool completely in pan.
• Microwave remaining chocolate in small microwaveable bowl 1 min.; stir until melted. Spoon into resealable plastic bag. Cut off small piece from one bottom corner of bag; use to drizzle chocolate over brownie. Refrigerate 1 hour.

MINT CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°.
• Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on all sides; butter foil. Set aside.
• Place chocolate and butter in a medium heatproof bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of gently simmering water. Stir occasionally just until melted, 4 to 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat. Whisk in sugar and salt until smooth; whisk in eggs. Gently whisk in flour and cocoa powder just until smooth (do not overmix).
• Spread 1/3 of batter in prepared pan. Arrange peppermint patties on batter in a single layer, leaving a narrow border on all sides. Top with remaining batter, and smooth surface. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs attached, 45 to 55 minutes.
• Cool completely in pan. Use foil to lift from pan; peel off foil and discard.
• Cut into 16 squares.

LAYERED MINT CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan (or line with foil).
• Combine all brownie ingredients in large bowl and beat until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.
• Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched in center. Cool completely on wire rack.
• Prepare mint cream: Combine all mint cream ingredients in a large bowl and beat until smooth. Spread evenly over brownies. Cover and refrigerate.
• Prepare chocolate glaze: Melt butter and chocolate syrup in a large saucepan over very low heat. Remove from heat and stir until smooth.
• Cool slightly and then pour glaze over chilled brownies.
• Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
• Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE MINT DESSERT BROWNIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup of softened butter until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the chocolate syrup. Stir in the flour until just blended. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool completely in the pan.
• In a small bowl, beat the confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup butter or margarine and creme de menthe until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled brownies, then chill until set.
• In a small bowl over simmering water, or in the microwave, melt the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter and the chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Allow to cool slightly, then spread over the top of the mint layer. Cover, and chill for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares.

LAYERED MINT CANDIES

Steps:

• Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil. Grease foil with butter. , Microwave 1 pound candy coating and chocolate chips until smooth, stirring every 30 seconds. Spread half into prepared pan, reserving half. Microwave remaining white candy coating until melted; stir in extract and, if desired, food coloring. Stir in cream until smooth (mixture will be stiff). Spread over first layer; refrigerate until firm, about 10 minutes. Warm reserved chocolate mixture if necessary; spread over mint layer. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. , Using foil, lift candy out of pan, then remove foil. Cut into 1-in. squares. Refrigerate in an airtight container.

CHOCOLATE MINT BROWNIES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make and bake brownies as directed on box. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours.
• In large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add 2 tablespoons whipping cream; beat until blended. Slowly add powdered sugar; beat until fluffy. Beat in mint extract. Beat in food color until desired color. Spread over cooled brownies. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set.
• In 2-quart saucepan, heat Topping ingredients over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth. Remove from heat; let stand 15 minutes.
• Pour topping over filling; spread to cover. Refrigerate uncovered about 2 hours or until set. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. Before cutting, let stand 20 minutes at room temperature. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

THREE-LAYER CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; beat on low speed until blended. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate. Remove from the heat; stir in the sugar, eggs, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually stir into the chocolate mixture until smooth. Pour over crust. , Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top springs back when lightly touched. Cool on wire rack. , In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cooled brownies.

LAYERED CHOCOLATE MINT BROWNIES (CREME DE MINTH BARS)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Spray a 9x13 inch pan with non-stick spray (I think the kind with flour works best).
• In a medium bowl, melt chocolate and butter. Add sugar and beat by hand until well blended.
• Add eggs, flour, vanilla and salt. Blend well.
• Pour batter into pan and bake for 20 minutes.
• Allow to cool, then move pan to freezer.
• In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, 4 1/2 tablespoons butter, peppermint extract, evaporated milk and food coloring.
• In a separate bowl or saucepan, melt the 6 ounces of chocolate chips.
• Remove brownies from freezer. Spread mint filling over frozen brownies evenly.
• Immediately pour chocolate over filling. Tip pan to coat evenly. Let set 15 minutes.
• Cut into small squares.
• Store bars in refrigerator or freezer until ready to eat.

MINT CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Steps:

• Beat eggs until fluffy.
• Add sugar and vanilla; beat well.
• Melt the butter and chocolate and add to the mixture (mixing well).
• Add flour and stir until smooth.
• Pour into pan.
• Bake at 375*F for 25 min (if using 9x12 pan) or for 20 min (if using 15x10 pan).
• Topping: Mix 4 tablespoons butter, confectioners' sugar, mint, and cream.
• Add green food coloring.
• Frost brownies and refrigerate.
• Chill 1 hour.
• Top with remaining butter and melted chocolate chips.
• Refrigerate and cut into squares.

MAKEOVER MINT LAYER BROWNIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, then egg whites, beating well after each addition. Beat in the applesauce, chocolate and vanilla (mixture will appear curdled)., Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; stir into butter mixture just until blended. Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 22-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., For mint layer, in a small bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, extract and food coloring if desired; beat until smooth. Spread over cooled brownies. Refrigerate until firm., For icing, in a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Gently pour over the top. Refrigerate until set. Cut into bars.

CHOCOLATE MINT BROWNIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in syrup and vanilla. Add flour and salt; mix well. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 30 minutes (top of brownies will still appear wet). Cool on a wire rack. , For filling, in a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar; add water, extract and food coloring until blended. Spread over cooled brownies. Refrigerate until set. , For topping, melt chocolate chips and butter. Cool 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spread over filling. Chill. Cut into 72 bars. Store in refrigerator.

MINT CHOCOLATE BROWNIES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
• Combine sugar, butter, cocoa powder, and eggs in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well mixed. Add flour, vanilla extract, and salt; mix to combine. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
• Bake in the preheated oven until top is dry and edges have started to pull away from the sides of the pan, about 25 minutes. Let cool, about 20 minutes.
• While brownies are cooling, mix powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, mint extract, and food coloring with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Spread frosting on cooled brownies; place in refrigerator.
• Place chocolate chips and cream in a glass bowl over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Drizzle over brownies and return to the refrigerator, until top layers are set, about 45 minutes.

LAYERED BROWNIES

Steps:

• Microwave chocolate and butter in a 2-quart glass bowl at HIGH 1 1/2 minutes or until melted, stirring twice. Add sugar and eggs, stirring until blended. Stir in flour and chopped pecans. Pour into a lightly greased, aluminum foil-lined 13- x 9-inch pan.
• Bake at 350° for 20 to 23 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 1 hour.
• Spread cooled brownies with Vanilla Cream Topping; chill 45 minutes. Pour Brownie Glaze over Vanilla Cream Topping, and spread evenly. Chill 1 hour. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes; cut into 1-inch squares.
• Vanilla Cream Topping: Stir together butter, sugar, half-and-half, and vanilla until smooth.
• Brownie Glaze: Microwave chocolate squares and butter in a 1-quart glass bowl at HIGH 1 1/2 minutes or until melted, stirring twice.