Peppermint Bark Brownies

Topped with a sprinkle of peppermint bark and crushed candy canes, these brownies are not just a dessert—they're a must-make this holiday season!

Keyword Peppermint Bark Brownies

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 148kcal

1 18.2-ounce box brownie mix plus required ingredients listed on the box (usually water, egg, and vegetable oil)
10 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
10 ounces white chocolate chips
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 teaspoon coconut oil divided
½ cup peppermint candies or crushed candy canes

Get Recipe Ingredients

Preheat the oven (see brownie box for temperature). Use parchment paper with a light coat of baking spray inside a 9x13 baking pan.
Follow the instructions on the boxed brownie mix. Mix in the peppermint extract.
1 18.2-ounce box brownie mix, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and bake according to the instructions on the box.
Allow the brownies to cool to room temperature before adding the bark topping. (This can even be done the next day).
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate with ½ teaspoon of coconut oil in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between. Whisk until smooth.
1 teaspoon coconut oil, 10 ounces white chocolate chips
In another small bowl, repeat the process with the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
10 ounces semisweet chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Pour the melted chocolate on the brownies, using a butter knife to swirl the white and semi-sweet chocolate together. Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with the crushed peppermint candies.
½ cup peppermint candies
Allow the chocolate to harden before slicing.