Chocolate Mint Grasshopper Brownies

I'm not sure how the combination of chocolate and peppermint became known as "grasshopper" but I do know that this is a great easy brownie recipe that's sure to win you lots of comments at your next party - if they make it to the table!  This is a great way to dress up a brownie mix and make folks think you spent hours making a pretty dessert!  Around the holidays, dress it up with crushed candy canes sprinkled on the very top.

Grasshopper Brownies

Step 1: Make a batch of brownie-mix brownies according to the directions and let them cool.

Step 2: Mix 1 teaspoon of Peppermint Extract into a standard container of white frosting and spread on cooled brownies.

Step 3:  Melt 4 Tbs of margarine and 4- 1 ounce squares of semi-sweet baking chocolate the microwave or in a double boiler. Note- chocolate chips do not work for this - as I learned the hard way when I made these last weekend!  Once melted pour on top of the frosting and tip the pan around to spread the chocolate glaze layer.

Step 4: Chill.  Once chocolate top is set, cut in to squares or triangles and serve.

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