Mint Sundae Brownie Squares Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)
• 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
• 4 drops green food coloring, optional
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
• 1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
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• 1 jar (16 ounces) hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed
• 1/3 cup chopped salted peanuts

Directions

• Prepare brownie mix according to package directions. Stir in walnuts.
• Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 325° for 23-27 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack.
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the milk, extract and food coloring if desired. Fold in whipped cream and chocolate chips. Spread over brownie layer. Cover and freeze for several hours or overnight.
• Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before cutting. Drizzle with ice cream topping; sprinkle with peanuts. Yield: 15 servings.

Mint Sundae Brownie Squares published in Simple & Delicious July/August 2008, p37