Mmmmint Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Spray a 8-inch x 2-inch metal baking pan with cooking spray.
3. 3
   Melt the butter and chocolate in the microwave and stir until smooth.
4. 4
   Set aside.
5. 5
   Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the chocolate mixture, flour, and the peppermint and vanilla extracts and salt; stir until just blended.
7. 7
   Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.
8. 8
   Bake until a tester inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, about 20-25 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool slightly.
10. 10
    To make the toppings, beat the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, milk, and peppermint extract in a mixing bowl until creamy.
11. 11
    Spread over the warm brownies.
12. 12
    Chill until set, about 1 hour.
13. 13
    Melt the chocolate and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the microwave and stir until smooth.
14. 14
    Cool slightly.
15. 15
    Pour over the mint topping, spreading evenly.
16. 16
    Cover and chill until set, about 1 hour.
17. 17
    Cut into 20 squares.
18. 18
    Store in the refrigerator.