Mint julep brownies are the ultimate Derby dessert.
These mint julep brownies combine a beloved chocolate treat and a classic Derby cocktailthemint julep.
We brought those flavors into these dense, fudgy, bourbon-forward brownies for a truly decadent treat.
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The chocolate ganache topping has just a hint of fresh mint flavor.
It’s precisely what you’d expect from a dessert inspired by this drink.
And of course, serve somecocktailson the side, too.
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Does it get any better than that?
The choice of milk, bittersweet, or dark chocolate is up to you.
Soften at room temperature before serving, although they’re also delicious cold.
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)unsalted butter
1cupgranulated sugar
3/4cup packeddark brown sugar
2(4-oz.
)all-purpose flour
1/2cupheavy cream
1(3/4 oz.
)bunch fresh mint
Directions
Prepare pan:
Preheat oven to 350F.
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Coat an 8-inch square (2-inch deep) metal baking pan with cooking spray.
Line with parchment paper, leaving about 2 inches overhanging on 2 opposing sides of pan.
Coat parchment paper with cooking spray; set aside.
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Melt butter; add sugars:
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low.
Once melted, whisk in granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth, about 1 minute.
Whisk in cocoa powder, vanilla, 1/3 cup of the bourbon, and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
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Let cool 5 minutes.
Repeat with remaining eggs.
Pour batter into pan:
Pour batter into prepared baking pan and spread into an even layer.
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Remove from oven and cool completely in pan on a wire rack, about 1 1/2 hours.
Brush bourbon on brownies:
Poke shallow holes all over top of brownie.
Brush with remaining 1 tablespoon bourbon.
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Remove from heat and let mint steep 10 minutes.
Remove mint from cream and discard; return cream just to a simmer over medium.
Make ganache:
Place remaining chopped chocolate (about 3 ounces) in a small bowl.
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Pour 1/3 cup hot cream over chocolate and add remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Let sit 30 seconds, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Add ganache to brownies:
Pour chocolate mixture over brownies and spread in an even layer.
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Let sit until chocolate has set, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Alternatively, refrigerate until set, about 45 minutes.
A velvety chocolate ganache topping is infused with fresh mint for a flavor that’s subtle and inviting.
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If using extract, stir into the finished ganache to taste.
Bake only until a wooden pick inserted comes out with moist, fudgy bits.
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