Peppermint Bark Brownies

If you’re looking for a fun, easy holiday dessert, these peppermint bark brownies are the answer! Made with a boxed brownie mix and a layer of creamy, minty peppermint bark, they’re the ultimate cozy treat for the season. Perfect for curling up with a Christmas movie or sharing at holiday gatherings, these brownies bring all the festive vibes without much fuss. I’m a big Hallmark Christmas movie fan, so get ready for tons of treats like this! And if you’re feeling fancy, a smooth ganache topping makes these brownies totally irresistible.

Peppermint Bark Brownies

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• Author: Taryn Camp

Ingredients

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• 1 box  of brownie mix + the ingredients listed on the box
• Peppermint bark (enough to cover the first brownie layer)- I love Ghirardelli
• Holiday sprinkles if desired

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Instructions

1. Make the box mix as directed.
2. Place half in a 9” square dish.
3. Top it with a layer of peppermint bark.
4. Spread the rest of the brownie mix on top.
5. Add the sprinkles and bake as directed! Let them cool completely.
6. Optional add-on:
   I topped mine with chocolate ganache
   I used 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Add 1 tbsp of room temp butter if you’d like it richer.
   Heat the heavy cream in the microwave for one minute. Pour in the chocolate chips and let it sit for a minute. Whisk it until smooth. If using the butter, stir it in.
   Spread it on the brownies and top with additional sprinkles and peppermint bark if desired.

This holiday brownie recipe is a quick and fun way to get festive this season. With just a boxed brownie mix and some delicious peppermint bark (Ghirardelli is perfect here!), you’ve got an easy treat that’s perfect for Christmas movie watching. If you’re following me, you’ll see that I am a huge fan of Hallmark Christmas movies, so you’re going to see a ton of treats in the next few weeks. As for these brownies, the steps couldn’t be simpler: mix up your brownie batter, pour half into your baking dish, add a layer of peppermint bark, then top with the remaining batter. Sprinkle on some holiday magic (literally—grab those sprinkles), and bake to fudgy perfection.

Once it’s out of the oven, the hard part is letting it cool! But trust me, it’s worth the wait to let the layers set. The peppermint bark melts just enough to give you that dreamy, minty swirl in each bite without overpowering the classic brownie richness. Plus, that pop of holiday sprinkles on top? You know that’s my favorite part. These brownies are already loaded with flavor, but if you’re looking to take them over the top, there’s an optional ganache finish that’s simple to whip up and sooooo rich and chocolatey. 

Now, for the ganache lovers out there, here’s how I make it: microwave half a cup of heavy cream until it’s hot, add half a cup of chocolate chips, and let it sit for a minute. A quick whisk and you’re in ganache heaven. If you’re feeling extra decadent, a tablespoon of butter brings that ganache to another level of creamy. Pour it right over the cooled brownies, spreading it smoothly, and top with more sprinkles or a few crushed pieces of peppermint bark to make them look extra fancy!

These brownies are perfect for parties, gifting, or, let’s be honest—movie night at home! Turn on the newest Hallmark movie, grab a blanket, and one (or two) of these brownies!