Sure, let’s embark on a delightful culinary adventure with these irresistible York Peppermint Brownies! 🍫🌿 Perfect for indulging your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family, these delectable treats will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection. With a rich chocolatey base infused with the refreshing flavor of peppermint, each bite is a blissful experience. So, let’s dive into the kitchen and create magic together! 🎩🔮
York Peppermint Brownies Recipe
Overview:
- Name: York Peppermint Brownies
- Category: Bar Cookie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins, Oven
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 36 bars
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup margarine
- 2 tablespoons applesauce
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute (or equivalent)
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup YORK Bites (or chopped YORK Peppermint Patties)
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
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Melt Butter:
- Place the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 1½ to 2 minutes until fully melted.
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
- Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the applesauce, eggs, and Egg Beaters egg substitute one at a time, beating well with a spoon after each addition.
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Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the cocoa powder to the mixture, beating until well blended.
- Next, add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, and continue to beat until the batter is smooth and well combined.
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Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
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Add YORK Bites:
- Remove the pan from the oven and evenly distribute the YORK Bites over the top of the partially baked brownies.
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Finish Baking:
- Return the pan to the oven and continue baking for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the brownies begin to pull away from the sides of the pan and the YORK Bites are slightly melted.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once fully baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, cut the brownies into bars of your desired size.
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Enjoy!
- Serve these delicious York Peppermint Brownies as a delightful treat for any occasion. 🎉🍴
These York Peppermint Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and cool peppermint, making them a perfect indulgence for any chocolate lover. Whether you’re baking for a special event or simply craving a sweet pick-me-up, these brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more. So, gather your ingredients and let’s get baking! 🍫😋