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Decadent Mint Chocolate Brownie Trifle

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A quick and easy layered dessert combining fudgy homemade brownies, fresh mint whipped cream, and rich chocolate ganache for a refreshing yet indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • About 15 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp mint extract (optional)
  • 1 cup (175g) dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp (14g) unsalted butter
  • Fresh mint sprigs for decoration
  • Grated chocolate or chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, sugar, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs with melted butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry and fold gently until just combined. Spread batter evenly in pan.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs. Let cool completely, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  6. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes. Pour heavy cream into bowl, add powdered sugar and chopped mint leaves.
  7. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Add mint extract if desired and beat until combined. Avoid overwhipping.
  8. Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and pour over chopped dark chocolate. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Stir in butter for gloss. Let cool slightly.
  9. In a large trifle bowl or individual glasses, layer one-third of brownie cubes, then a generous layer of mint whipped cream, followed by a drizzle of chocolate ganache.
  10. Repeat layers finishing with whipped cream on top. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and chocolate shavings if desired.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld and whipped cream set.

Notes

Use fresh mint leaves for best flavor; dried mint loses freshness. Avoid overbaking brownies to keep them fudgy. Chill mixing tools before whipping cream for better volume. Let ganache cool slightly before layering to avoid melting whipped cream. Refrigerate trifle at least 1 hour before serving for best texture. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator up to 3 days; avoid freezing.

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