When you make these Brownies with Peppermint Frosting, you’ll be asking yourself, “how can a recipe be so tasty and festive and yet so easy.” With this recipe, our intention was a quick holiday treat that wows without being too much to handle.
So we kept things simple, using boxed brownies and elevating them with peppermint extract, peppermint frosting, and crushed candy canes.
The result is a successful simple recipe that oozes holiday goodness. Every single bite will remind you of Christmas. You’ll want to make them as soon as Christmas rolls around. Perhaps the day after Thanksgiving.
By the way, are you looking for some other easy desserts with peppermint? Check out this peppermint fudge or peppermint chocolate cupcakes.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
- This recipe is super easy. Just use your favorite boxed brownie mix. They’re chocolatey, dense, decadent, and pair perfectly with cooling peppermint frosting.
- These brownies are so festive and instantly put you in the Christmas spirit. They don’t require and special decorating or give them a special feel. Just add crushed peppermint.
- Are you the kind of person who loves to make gift boxes? These are great for gifting to teachers, neighbors, and coworkers.
Ingredients
- Brownie Box Mix – Choose your favorite boxed brownie mix.
- Powdered Sugar
- Salted Butter
- Heavy Cream
- Vanilla Extract
- Peppermint Extract
- Candy Canes – We prefer candy canes but other peppermint candies work too.
See the recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Brownies with Peppermint Frosting
Prepare and bake your boxed brownie mix according to the package instructions for your pan size. Let them cool completely.
Beat the softened butter in a bowl until smooth. Slowly add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract. Mix until light and fluffy.
Spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes on top.
Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to let the frosting firm up, then cut into squares.
Top Tip
Before adding the frosting, allow the brownies to cool completely. They shouldn’t even be a little warm as that can cause the frosting to melt.
Storage
You can store these brownies with peppermint frosting at room temperature for up to a 5 days in the fridge.
Before serving, allow them to sit at room temperature for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Other No Bake Desserts You’ll Love
- No Bake Mixed Berry Cheesecake
- Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats
- Lemon Mousse Recipe
- Strawberry Cheesecake Dip
- Easy Oreo Delight
FAQ
Of course! These are perfect for making ahead of time which is really convenient during the holidays. Make them ahead by a day, store them in a covered container in the fridge, then allow them to come to room temperature before serving.
No. The crushed candy canes add a nice texture and they make them look more Christmas-like. But if you don’t have candy canes they’ll still taste festive without them.
Don’t worry, this can happen when you add too much cream or milk. To fix it, simply add more powdered sugar, a little at a time until it gets as thick as you like it.
Brownies with Peppermint Frosting Recipe
Ingredients
Brownies
- 1 Brownie Box Mix
- ½ Tsp Peppermint Extract
Frosting
- 2 Cup Powdered Sugar
- ½ Cup Salted Butter
- 4 Tbsp Heavy Cream
- 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
- ½ Tsp Peppermint Extract
- ⅓ Cup Crushed Candy Canes
Instructions
- Prepare and bake your boxed brownie mix according to the package instructions for your pan size. Let them cool completely.
- Beat the softened butter in a bowl until smooth. Slowly add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract. Mix until light and fluffy.
- Spread the peppermint frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes on top.
- Chill the brownies in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to let the frosting firm up, then cut into squares.
Notes
- Store the peppermint brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Let them sit at room temperature for about 15–20 minutes before serving so the frosting softens slightly.
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