Now I find it most appropriate that I get to introduce you to Kim with a recipe. Because she is always bringing the tastiest treats to moms meetings and gets the prize for the most recipe requests. Kim is a fellow homeschool mother, an author for Passionate Purposeful Parenting and a true example of a Titus 2 woman. We welcome her today, bringing with her the promise of more posts to come…
I have taken this dish to many potlucks and always receive multiple requests for the recipe. The rich, creamy center and moist chocolate cake are topped off by a smooth chocolate topping. It’s really easy, and the green mint center gives it a Christmasy feel.
I use 1 tsp. peppermint extract instead of the cream de menthe, as most people are more likely to have that on hand.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate syrup
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons creme de menthe liqueur
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup of softened butter until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the chocolate syrup. Stir in the flour until just blended. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared 9x 13 pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool completely in the pan.
- In a small bowl, beat the confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 cup butter or margarine and creme de menthe until smooth. Spread evenly over the cooled brownies, then chill until set.
- In a small bowl over simmering water, or in the microwave, melt the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter and the chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Allow to cool slightly, then spread over the top of the mint layer. Cover, and chill for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares. ~ recipe modified from allrecipes.com
Kerri says
October 18, 2010 at 1:14 AMYummy! I am looking forward to trying these out for the holidays. Thanks for sharing!