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4 peppermint brownies stacked on top of one another.
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5 from 1 vote

Peppermint Brownies

Loaded with semisweet chocolate, these fudgy gluten-free brownies with peppermint M&Ms are a decadent but healthy holiday treat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate peppermint brownies, peppermint brownies, peppermint chocolate brownies
Servings: 16
Author: Amy Stafford

Ingredients

  • ½ cup almond butter
  • ¾ cup coconut sugar
  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup of peppermint flavored M&M candies

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line an 8x8 or 9x9 inch square pan with parchment, then lightly spray or grease with coconut oil, set aside.
  • Add chocolate chips to large glass bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove stir. Microwave for an additional 1 minute.
  • Stir in almond butter, cocoa powder, and coconut sugar until smooth.
  • Stir in vanilla extract, salt, and eggs.
  • Pour into prepared pan and smooth.
  • Top scattering peppermint candies. Make sure to leave space in between candies.
  • Bake for 22-25 minutes or until the brownies are set in the center, taking care not to over bake. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 30 minutes before removing and slicing.