I am a big fan of the much celebrated crème de menthe brownies. However, they are so rich you can really only eat a tiny bit and let's face it, when I'm eating brownies, I want a lot. And let's face it, there's several steps. And sometimes I don't want all those steps for fancy brownies. So I came up with my own invention last night. They're rich but not so much that I can't eat one... and a half. And maybe some crumbs in the bottom of the pan. I offer up my invention to you for your snacking pleasure. I hope you enjoy!
Since we're going for easy here, make a pan of brownies per brownie mix instructions. You might think I'm crazy but Aldi brownie mix is the best by far of any I've tried. I'm sorry if you don't live near an Aldi. Your brownies just won't be as good. 😞 My mom actually buys some while she's visiting to hoard away at home. If you get a different brand, get the fudgy ones.
Ok, back on track. Make your brownies. I made mine in a pan that's a half size of a 9x13. Or you could use a 9x9. If you make a 9x13, I would probably double the frosting recipe. When they're cool, mix 1/4 c. butter and 1 c. powdered sugar with the wire whip until creamed. Add 2 T. crème de menthe and 1/2 t. peppermint extract and a few drops of red food coloring if you desire. Spread on your cooled brownies and add a few pieces of crushed candy cane or starlight mints. Ta da! Easy and pretty!
Ok, I hope you stuck with me through all that because I want to give a shout out to my sister who recently sent me something I didn't even know I needed but once you see it, I'm sure you'll want one too!
Yes, that's right it's a bag from mood!!!! (This probably means nothing to you if you haven't seen Project Runway.) It's awesome and huge and I'm super excited to use it. I don't get to NYC much but next time I go, mood is on my list!!! A big thank you to my sister!
It's already a merry Christmas around here!
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