Mint Chocolate Brownies (Flourless)

There’s something nostalgic about the combination of mint and chocolate. It’s rich, comforting, and feels a little indulgent in the best way. These mint chocolate brownies were created to give you that classic flavor you love, without turning dessert into something stressful or overcomplicated.

These brownies are simple to make, use everyday pantry ingredients, and come together quickly. They’re rich enough to feel satisfying, so you don’t need a huge portion to enjoy them. The hint of mint adds brightness and makes them feel a little special without being complicated or overly sweet.

As a dietitian, I’m a big believer that enjoying sweets can absolutely be part of a nourishing lifestyle. When desserts are made with simple ingredients and enjoyed mindfully, they can support satisfaction and reduce the urge to overdo it later. These brownies strike that balance beautifully.

They’re fudgy, chocolate-forward, and finished with just enough peppermint to feel refreshing, not overpowering. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or when you just want something cozy and familiar.

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Why You’ll Love These Brownies

They’re also a great example of how desserts don’t need to be “all or nothing.” This is real food, made at home, meant to be enjoyed — not judged.

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Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
• ¾ cup coconut sugar or dark brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• ½ tsp peppermint extract
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ½ cup all-purpose flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ cup dark chocolate chips

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Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until smooth and glossy.
3. Add the cocoa powder, flour, sea salt, and baking soda. Stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is still slightly soft.
7. Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

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A Gentle Nutrition Note

Dessert doesn’t need to be earned or restricted. When you allow yourself to enjoy foods like this intentionally, it often leads to better satisfaction and less stress around eating overall. Pairing a treat with a meal or enjoying it slowly can support blood sugar balance and help you feel more grounded.

These mint chocolate brownies are meant to be enjoyed — whether that’s with a cup of tea, shared with family, or tucked into the freezer for later. Nourishment includes pleasure, and there’s always room for that.

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A Final Note

Here at Nutrient Rich Life we believe that variety is the spice of life! We encourage everyone to make all foods fit as much as possible and that includes eating more plants and cooking in a way that adds fun and flavor to your life! 

Hi, I’m Amanda!

Functional weight loss coach, registered dietitian nutritionist and mom of one picky eater with multiple food allergies! I’m a big believer that if you can learn to fish — you can eat for life! So this blog is dedicated to helping you learn to toss out the food myths that result in unnecessary food stress so that you can become a confident, healthy eater!