Print

Peppermint Shortbread Brownie Layer Bars

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Delight in Peppermint Shortbread Brownie Layer Bars, featuring rich brownies, buttery shortbread, and a refreshing peppermint frosting—perfect for festive gatherings and sweet indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour until combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
  5. In another bowl, melt the butter in the microwave, then stir in brown sugar until well mixed. Add cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  6. Gradually fold in flour until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  7. Pour brownie batter over the cooled shortbread layer and smooth it out evenly.
  8. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until set but slightly soft in the center.
  9. Once cooled completely, prepare frosting by mixing powdered sugar, softened butter, and peppermint extract until creamy.
  10. Spread frosting evenly over the brownie layer, then cut into squares or bars to serve.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://sugarspooned.com/indulge-in-peppermint-shortbread-brownie-layer-bars/