Thin Mint Mississippi Mud Brownies

prep time: 2 minutes

cook time: 30 minutes

yield: 12 servings

serving size: 1 brownie

thin mint flavor in the form of mississippi mud brownies. 

ingredients

• 1 box brownie mix
• measurement for oil for the brownies, but instead use the equivalent of melted butter
• 1 package andes mints pieces (found by the chocolate chips)
• 2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
chocolate frosting
• 3/4 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 tablespoons milk (or more if needed)

instructions

1. mix the brownie mix according to instructions but use melted butter instead of oil. place in a 9x13" baking pan. bake according to directions, removing from the oven 5 minutes prior to being done.
2. top with andes mints and marshmallows and place back in the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes. remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
for the frosting
3. place the butter in a bowl and using a mixer or hand mixer, beat until smooth. add the powdered sugar, cocoa, salt and vanilla and slowly begin mixing, adding 1 tablespoon of milk as needed. frost the brownies and serve immediately or wrap with foil to be served later.