These Grinch Brownies are delicious and easy to make. These fun and festive brownies are perfect for the holidays.
Grinch Brownies Recipe:
The Grinch Brownies are similar to our Oreo Brownies where we start with a box brownie mix and topped with green frosting. Then layered with crushed Oreos and Red M&M’s to make these brownies the perfect Christmas treat.
Holiday baking is one of my favorite things to do with family. Grinch desserts are always on the list because of the fun red and green colors. These rich and delicious Christmas brownies are always a crowd favorite.
If you are looking for a fun and easy dessert this holiday, make these Grinch Brownies. Your family will be impressed with how delicious these brownies are. These brownies even better served with this Grinch Punch.
Ingredients:
- Brownie Mix (to be prepared in a 9X13 baking pan)
- Ingredients to prepare the brownies based on the package instructions.
- Mint Oreos (chopped into large pieces)
- White Chocolate Chips
- Heavy Whipping Cream
- Peppermint Extract
- Green Gel Food Coloring
- Red M&Ms
How to Make Grinch Brownies:
- Step 1 – Prepare Brownies – Prepare the brownies based on the package instructions. Bake brownies in preheated oven at 350 degrees. Set aside and allow them to cool at room temperature.
- Step 2 – Melt Chocolate Chips and Cream – Place the white chocolate chips and cream in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring after each interval, until melted and combined.
- Step 3 – Mix in Peppermint and Food Coloring – Add a few drops of peppermint extract. Add the drops of green food coloring to mixture. Continue adding until the mixture is a vibrant green color.
- Step 4 – Pour on brownies – Pour the mixture on top of the brownies.
- Step 5 – Top with Oreos and M&M’s – Sprinkle the chopped Oreos on top of brownies and Red M&Ms on top.
- Step 6 – Chill Brownies – Chill the brownies for at least 1 hour so that the topping can set.
- Step 7 – Serve & Enjoy – Then the brownies are ready to cut, serve and enjoy.
How to Store:
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
How Long will Grinch Brownies last:
Grinch Brownies will last up to 5 days if stored properly. These brownies usually do not last that long.
What to Serve with Grinch Brownies:
Grinch brownies are full of chocolate flavor. We love to serve with a tall glass of milk or ice cream. I like vanilla ice cream, but my kids prefer mint chocolate chip ice cream.
Tips for the Best Grinch Brownies:
- Prepared Brownies – Once you have prepared the brownies and bake at 350 degrees. Make sure you allow them to cool completely before adding the frosting.
- Do not overmix – If you overmix the brownie batter, it will result in a more cake like consistency. Only blend until just combined so they will turn out fudgy.
- Melting Chocolate – Carefully melt the white chocolate and heavy cream together. We recommend heating in 30 seconds so the chocolate doesn’t burn. Heat in a safe bowl or you can also melt on the stove top.
- Adding Green Food Coloring – Make sure to add enough food coloring to make the color a vibrant green.
- Chill the Brownies – Allow the brownies to chill for at least an hour after placing the topping on the brownie. This allows the topping to set.
- Prepared Baking Dish – Line a 9 13 baking dish with parchment paper or spray cooking spray.
- Cutting Brownies – After chilling the brownies, cut the brownies with a sharp knife. We like to remove the brownies from the pan with the parchment paper. It is easier to cut the brownies when remove from the pan.
- Cookie Trays – If you like making cookie trays for the holidays, these Grinch brownies are the perfect addition.
Variation Ideas:
- Red Heart Sprinkles – Instead of using Red M&M’s you can use red heart sprinkles.
- Extract – We used peppermint extract in this recipe, but you can also use mint extract.
- Oreos – We love the flavor of the mint Oreos in this recipe, but you can use regular Oreos if you prefer.
- Brownies – You can also make Homemade brownies for this recipe.
- Add Oreos to Brownie Mixture – Another way to add texture and flavor to your brownie mixture, mix in chopped brownies. You can also add in chocolate chips into the brownie mixture.
- Change the Frosting – Feel free to change the frosting to what you prefer. You can even use a store bought frosting to top the brownies. The options are endless and we love the variations.
Can you Freeze Grinch Brownies?
Place the brownies in an airtight freezer container or plastic bag. Separate the layers of bars with parchment paper to keep them from sticking.
Make sure to allow the brownies to cool completely before freezing. They can be frozen up to 2 months.
When ready to serve, allow to thaw on the counter for 2 to 3 hours.
Print Recipe here for Grinch Brownies:
Grinch Brownies
Ingredients
- 1 Brownie Mix to be prepared in a 9X13 pan
- Ingredients to prepare the brownies based on the package instructions.
- 20 Mint Oreos chopped into large pieces
- 2 cups White Chocolate Chips
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Peppermint Extract
- Green Gel Food Coloring
- 1/4 cup Red M&Ms
Instructions
- Prepare the brownies based on the package instructions. Set aside and allow them to cool at room temperature.
- Place the white chocolate chips and cream in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring after each interval, until melted and combined.
- Add in the peppermint extract and the green gel food coloring until the mixture is a vibrant green color.
- Pour the mixture on top of the brownies.
- Sprinkle the chopped Oreos and Red M&Ms on top.
- Chill the brownies for at least 1 hour so that the topping can set.
- Then the brownies are ready to cut, serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
More Grinch Desserts:
- Grinch Rice Krispie Treats
- Grinch Oreo Balls Recipe
- Grinch Cake Balls
- Grinch Fluff
- The Grinch Cupcakes Recipe
