Grain-Free Peppermint Brownies

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How to Make the Perfect Gluten-Free Peppermint Brownies

This easy and delicious peppermint brownie recipe is perfect for baking season.  Made with our Grain-Free Brownie mix but with the taste of made-from-scratch. We guarantee this one will be a hit.  Follow directions below to make any get-together (or random Tuesday) more memorable. Have fun making these easy and decadent peppermint brownies.  They are utterly indulgent but could not be easier to make.

Ingredients 

Brownies:

• 1 bag of Otto's Grain-Free brownie mix **follow instructions on the bag**
• 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp peppermint extract

Frosting:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
• 1 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk or nondairy milk
• 1/2 and teaspoons peppermint extract
• 3-4 crushed up candy canes (sprinkle on top)

Chocolate Ganache:

• 1/4 unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions 

Brownies:

1. Add all ingredients to mixing bowl and mix till smooth.
2. Line a brownie pan with parchment paper and pour in.
3. Bake for 20-25 min. 

Frosting:

1. Add room temperature butter to the mixer and mix on low till smooth.
2. Pour in powdered sugar and milk. Add peppermint extract.
3. Blend on high until fully mixed, feel free to add more milk to reach the desired texture.
4. Wait till brownies are cool. Apply on top of brownies.

Chocolate Ganache:

1. Melt butter and chocolate chips on the stovetop for ~5 minutes.
2. Make sure to stir consistently.
3. Once melted pour on top of frosted brownies.
4. Sprinkle on crushed-up candy canes.
5. Let chill in the fridge for 1-4 hours. Cut. Enjoy!