There’s something magical about the combination of rich chocolate and cool peppermint—especially during the holiday season. These Festive Peppermint Bark Brownies are my personal December weakness. They’re fudgy, glossy, deeply chocolatey, and finished with a crunchy layer of white chocolate and crushed candy canes. Every bite tastes like Christmas!
The best part? They’re incredibly easy to make at home and look like something straight out of a bakery window.
Quick Facts
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cooking Time: 25 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour (including cooling & topping)
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Serving Size: 12 brownies
Why You’ll Love These Brownies
These brownies are holiday perfection, combining two classics—peppermint bark and fudgy brownies—into one beautiful dessert.
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Super festive and great for gifting
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Easy, beginner-friendly recipe
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A pretty holiday colour contrast
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Perfect balance of fudgy + crunchy
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Loved by both kids and adults
If you want a show-stopping Christmas dessert, this is it.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Brownies
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½ cup butter
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1 cup sugar
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2 large eggs
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup cocoa powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup chocolate chips
For the Peppermint Bark Topping
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1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
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½ tsp peppermint extract
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¼ cup crushed candy canes (or peppermint candies)
How to Make Festive Peppermint Bark Brownies
Step 1: Prepare the Brownie Batter
Melt butter and sugar together in a saucepan until smooth.
Remove from heat, whisk in eggs and vanilla.
Add cocoa, flour, and salt. Stir just until combined.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Step 2: Bake the Brownies
Pour batter into a prepared square baking pan.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–25 minutes until set but fudgy.
Let the brownies cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Peppermint Bark Layer
Melt white chocolate gently using a double boiler or microwave.
Add peppermint extract and stir well.
Step 4: Spread and Decorate
Spread the melted white chocolate over the cooled brownies.
Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
Let everything set for about 20–30 minutes.
Step 5: Slice and Serve
Cut into neat squares and enjoy the layered holiday magic.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve chilled for the best texture.
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Dust the top with extra crushed candy for a festive look.
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Pair with hot cocoa or peppermint mocha.
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Add them to your holiday cookie box or dessert table.
Tips for Customization
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Extra fudge: Add more chocolate chips to the batter.
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Mint overload: Add crushed mint Oreos on top.
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Gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
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Swirled top: Add streaks of dark chocolate on the white chocolate layer.
Nutritional Info (Approx. per brownie)
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Calories: 210
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Fat: 10g
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Carbs: 28g
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Sugar: 22g
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Protein: 2g
FAQs
1. Can I make these brownies ahead of time?
Yes! They stay delicious for up to 4 days in the fridge.
2. Can I use milk chocolate instead of white chocolate?
You can, but it won’t look like classic peppermint bark. Still delicious though!
3. How do I store peppermint bark brownies?
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge to prevent the candy canes from getting sticky.
4. Can I freeze them?
Yes—freeze without the candy topping and add it after thawing.
5. My white chocolate separated—why?
White chocolate burns quickly. Melt it gently and stir constantly.
Final Thoughts
These Festive Peppermint Bark Brownies are the perfect dessert for Christmas parties, cookie boxes, or cosy nights at home. They’re pretty, indulgent, and wonderfully seasonal—I make them every December, and they disappear instantly.
