Peppermint Brownie Bites

Indulge in these brownie bites with a festive flair. A dark chocolate brownie topped with a cream cheese layer with a hint of peppermint. A perfect pairing this holiday season!

• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins (approx.)
• Total Time: 50 mins (approx.)
• Servings: 36-48 (approx.)

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350º F. Follow the instructions on the brownie box to make the brownie batter. Use the non-stick spray to coat mini muffin baking pan. Pour about 1 tsp of batter into the greased muffin cups. Set aside.

*Use a silicone mini muffin baking pan for easy removal of brownies.

Step 2: To make the cream cheese layer add room temperature cream cheese, sugar, egg and peppermint extract to a mixing bowl. Using an electric hand mixer blend ingredients until smooth.

Step 3: Carefully, dollop about 1 tsp of the peppermint cream cheese on top of the brownie batter. Take care not to over fill the muffin cups. Bake for 30 minutes or until set.

Step 4: Let brownies cool completely before removing from muffin baking pan. Use a plastic knife to help remove brownies.

Step 5: While brownies are cooling make the icing. Place powdered sugar, milk and vanilla extract into a mixing bowl and whisk together until icing is smooth. Dip cooled brownies into the icing and then immediately decorate with crushed candy canes or sugar. Icing sets within 60-90 seconds. Enjoy!

Tips:

• Put candy canes inside of a ziploc bag and crush candy with a rolling pin.
• Use a silicone mini muffin baking pan for easy removal of brownies.
• Nutritional values do not include crushed candy canes or red sugar.

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