Chocolate, peppermint and cream cheese are a tasty combination in this easy holiday dessert. It’s the perfect treat to bring to a party.
This post was sponsored by Linqia. The recipe and opinions are my own.
The holidays are upon us! I always do a lot of baking this time of year, especially for parties and other get togethers.
Today I’m sharing a couple of ways to make holiday baking super easy! Start by topping a classic brownie mix in a Reynolds pan, and then top it with cream cheese frosting and peppermints. Everyone will think it took you forever to make! And clean up? Even easier!
It seems like every time I take a dish to a party, I always forget to bring the dish home with me! So I started keeping Reynolds disposable bakeware in the house so that it can just be thrown away after use. No more lost dishes!
You can save on lots of Reynolds products using these coupons!
Making your own peppermint topping is so easy! I bought some candy canes and put three of them in a plastic sandwich bag. Then I used a meat tenderizer to pound the candy canes into little pieces.
Peppermint is definitely one of my favorite Christmas flavors. I especially love when it’s paired with chocolate!
This sweet treat takes that wonderful peppermint flavor and pairs it with rich chocolate brownies and a delicious cream cheese frosting.
More Christmas Desserts!
Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosted Brownies
Dress up a boxed brownie mix for the holidays with a cream cheese frosting and crushed peppermint!
Ingredients
For the brownies:
- 1 9x13 family size brownie mix
- Eggs, water and oil as called for on the brownie box
For the frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Crushed peppermint candy canes, for topping
Instructions
For the brownies:
- Preheat the oven and prepare the brownie batter according to the directions on the box.
- Pour the batter into a Reynold's 1/4 sheet cake size pan OR your own greased baking pan (adjust the bake time according to the directions on the box).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until done. Let cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting:
- Use an electric mixer with a paddle attachment to whip together the cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Spread the frosting on top of the cooled brownies. Sprinkle with the crushed peppermint candy canes.
Tiffany {A Touch of Grace} says
Oh girl. These look so stinking good. I have a peppermint cookie on my list to make this month if we ever get around to it. I just love peppermint.
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
I’ve been craving a peppermint mocha from Starbucks, too. Peppermint is my favorite holiday flavor for sure!
Danielle says
Oh my goodness! This looks sooooo delicious! I may just have to make this for my small group Christmas party!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
Do it! It’s so simple but everyone will be super impressed. Enjoy!
Debbie Roberts says
Hi Jenna, peppermint and chocolate, a match made in heaven for sure! I keep threatening to make chocolate brownies (the family went off them after I went OTT making them). When I do I’ll try this peppermint frosting, I may even try it on chocolate fairy cakes!
xx
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
It would be amazing on fairy cakes! You should give it a try.
Jaelan @ Making Mrs. M says
Peppermint and chocolate is the best combo, I think. This is the perfect seasonal dessert, too. Maybe I’ll whip this up for my in-laws! It seems right up their alley.
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
I agree! If you give it a try, be sure to Instagram a pic so I can see!
Jennifer | The Deliberate Mom says
Oh my goodness, these look and sound so amazing. Such a delicious combo!
Thanks for sharing (and for linking up to the #SHINEbloghop).
Wishing you a lovely weekend.
xoxo
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
They disappeared so fast! Thanks for hosting and for taking the time to stop by.
Natalie says
YUM!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
So stinkin’ good!
Anna @ The Beauty Section says
Oh my goodness YES!!!! These sound amazing! I definitely need to try these! 🙂
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
You do! They are so simple to whip up but taste incredible.
Megan - The Emotional Baker says
Peppermint and chocolate is seriously my favorite flavor combo. I will have to make a batch of peppermint brownies soon!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
You’ll love these! It’s a super simple way to take a brownie mix to the next level.
Jessy @ The Life Jolie says
These sound delicious- perfect to bring to work to celebrate the holidays!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
I’m sure your coworkers will love you for these!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
Thanks, Tianna! Brownies are my favorite.
Kayla Miller says
Oh my goodness. I want these. Right now. I’ve never even seen brownies like this before!!!
Thanks so much for joining the Alder Collective this week! Definitely pinning!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
They were pretty tasty! I can’t wait to make another batch. Enjoy!
Abby says
They’re so festive! I love a good frosted brownie, so these are perfect for Christmas!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
Frosted brownies are the best kind!