Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Grasshopper Brownie Bars: A Low-Carb, Minty-Chocolate Delight


  • Author: WAFA LI
  • Total Time: 50 mins

Description

Indulge in rich, fudgy brownies topped with creamy mint bliss!


Ingredients

🟢 1 family-size brownie mix (for a 13×9 inch pan)
🟢 Ingredients to bake brownies according to package directions
🟢 ½ cup butter (softened)
🟢 ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
🟢 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
🟢 2 tsp. vanilla extract
🟢 1 tsp. peppermint extract
🟢 Green food coloring
🟢 ¼ cup mini chocolate chips


Instructions

Bake brownies according to package directions, allow to cool completely.
With an electric mixer, blend together and beat butter for 4-5 minutes. Add cream cheese and whip for 1-2 minutes.
Add powdered sugar a little at a time, beating between additions until well incorporated.
Add in vanilla and peppermint extracts and continue beating.
Add in green food coloring a few drops at a time until desired color is achieved (I used about 8 drops).
Spread frosting in a thick layer on cooled brownies.
Sprinkle mini chocolate chips across the top of bars.
Cut into 24 square pieces and serve.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24
  • Calories: 200 per bar
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 2g