Peppermint Candy Chocolate Brownies (Light) Recipe

Name: Peppermint Candy Chocolate Brownies (Light)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder; ⅓ cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ¼ cup low-fat yogurt or ¼ cup sour cream; ¼ cup mint chocolate chips; ⅓ cup light cream cheese; ⅔ cup icing sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 ½ teaspoons water; dusting icing sugar; ¼ cup crushed candy cane

Servings: persons

⅔ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ cup low-fat yogurt or ¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup mint chocolate chips
⅓ cup light cream cheese
⅔ cup icing sugar
1 ½ teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons water
dusting icing sugar
¼ cup crushed candy cane

1
Preheat the oven to 350F Spray an 8-inch square pan with cooking oil.
2
For the brownies, combine the sugar, oil, egg and vanilla in a bowl and mix well.
3
Add the cocoa, mixing it in well.
4
Add the flour, baking powder, yogurt and chocolate chips, mixing just until combined and smooth.
5
Dont overmix.
6
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
7
Bake in the center of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, just until set.
8
Do not overbake.
9
Cool on a rack for 15 minutes before icing.
10
To make the icing, place cream cheese, icing sugar, 1 1/2 tsp cocoa powder and water in a blender or food processor and process until smooth.
11
Spread over the top of the brownies.
12
Cut into squares and garnish with a dusting of icing sugar, sprinkle crushed candy cane on top or simply drizzle melted dark and white chocolate overtop.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅔ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup vegetable oil, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Peppermint Candy Chocolate Brownies (Light) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Peppermint Candy Chocolate Brownies (Light)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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