Grasshopper Brownies
- Ingredients:12
- Servings:48
- Calories per serving:300
Grasshopper Brownies
- Ingredients:12
- Servings:48
- Calories per serving:300
A dessert spin on the classic cocktail, these Grasshopper Brownies start with our fudgy Pillsbury™ Fully Baked Brownie Sheet, covered in crème de menthe buttercream, followed by a classic and crunchy chocolate ganache layer.
Ingredient
Buttercream Icing
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Butter, unsalted, softened | 8 oz | 1 cup |
| Cream cheese, room temp | 2 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Crème de menthe liqueur | 2 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Peppermint extract | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
| Kosher salt | ---Value Not Available | 1/8 tsp |
| Powdered sugar | 14 oz | 4 cups |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury™ Frozen Thaw & Serve Baked Brownie Deluxe Half Sheet (13376) | 4 lb 3.00 oz | 1 each |
Ganache
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 12 oz | 2 cups |
| Heavy cream | 4 oz | 1/2 cup |
| Butter, unsalted, cubed | 2 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Kosher salt | ---Value Not Available | 1/8 tsp |
Finishing
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Crème de mint baking chips | 4 oz | 1 cup |
Instructions
- Buttercream Icing
Add butter and cream cheese to a mixer bowl fitted with paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until smooth.
Add crème de menthe liqueur, peppermint extract and salt; mix on medium speed until thoroughly combined.
Decrease mixer speed to low and slowly add in powdered sugar; increase speed and mix until smooth.
- Assembly
Invert frozen brownie sheet and remove parchment paper; spread on Buttercream Icing evenly.
Refrigerate until cold and firm, approx. 60 minutes.
- Ganache
Add chocolate chips, cream, butter and salt to a heat-safe bowl; set over a pan of simmering water.
Warm the mixture, stirring occasionally until it is melted and smooth.
- Finishing
Pour melted Ganache over cold Buttercream Icing layer; smooth with an offset spatula.
Sprinkle on crème de menthe baking chips before Ganache sets.
Chill approx. 60 minutes to set and keep refrigerated until service.
Recipe Tips
Substitute Crème de menthe syurp for liqueur if desired.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories300
- Total Fat15g
- Protein0g
- Total Carbohydrate40g
- Sugars31g
Servings: 48
Serving Size: 1 - 2.5x2.5-inch piece
Amount Per Serving Calories : 300
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 32% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 125mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 5% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 31g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 0,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate 0,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 0,
- Fat 0,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables 0c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 0oz-eq,
- Dairy 0c,
- Fats & Oils 1tsp
