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Sloane’s Table
March 12, 2026
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These peppermint bark brownies consist of a fudgy brownie base and dark & white chocolate bark topping, all flavored with a touch of peppermint extract, making it the perfect holiday dessert. Top them with crushed candy cane pieces to make them even more festive!
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Brownies
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Spray a 9 inch square pan with Baker’s Joy Non-Stick Baking Spray and line with parchment paper.
3
In a small bowl, add the Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening and chocolate. Heat in the microwave in 30 second increments until fully melted. Set aside.
4
In a large bowl, add the sugars, eggs, salt, vanilla, and peppermint extract. Using an electric hand mixer, beat on high speed for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture is pale in color and has doubled in size.
5
While mixing on low speed, slowly pour in the Crisco, chocolate mixture and mix until fully combined.
6
Then, add the flour and cocoa powders, and mix on low speed until fully combined.
7
Scrape down the bowl with a rubber spatula, then transfer the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top with an offset spatula.
8
Bake the brownies for about 30 minutes or until shiny & crackly on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9
Allow the brownies to cool completely before adding the bark topping.
Peppermint Bark Topping
1
In a medium bowl, add the dark chocolate, 1 tablespoon Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, and ½ teaspoon peppermint extract. Heat in the microwave in 30 second increments until fully melted. Set aside.
2
In a separate medium bowl, add the white chocolate, 1 tablespoon Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening, and ½ teaspoon peppermint extract. Heat in the microwave in 30 second increments until fully melted.
3
Pour the chocolate mixtures onto the cooled brownies in small pools, alternating between the two. Use a toothpick to swirl them together, then top with crushed candy cane pieces.
4
Place the brownies in the fridge to set, then cut into squares and enjoy!
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