Peppermint Mocha Cake Bars
Indulge in a delightful treat with Peppermint Mocha Cake Bars, where rich chocolate meets refreshing peppermint. These bars are perfect for festive celebrations or cozy nights at home. With a foolproof recipe and stunning presentation, they’re sure to impress your guests while delivering restaurant-quality flavors using simple ingredients. Enjoy the magic of the holidays with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter with eggs, milk, and peppermint extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, folding gently until just mixed.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar or drizzling with white chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added crunch, top with crushed candy canes. Substitute gluten-free flour for regular flour if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature.