Wonderfully Delicious Mint Brownies

I find myself attracted and often craving a particular sweet more than any other. When I see a recipe containing the words "mint chocolate", I'm immediately intrigued and scanning the ingredients to see if I have them on hand. I have tried many different kinds, some are wonderful, mouth watering creations (yes, my mouth is watering just thinking about them), some I quickly discard. Today I want to share with all of you who's mouth waters at just the mention of "mint chocolate", my all time favorite mint brownie recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 box brownie mix (for a 9" x 13" pan), plus ingredients needed per package directions
• 1 cup of chocolate chips

For the frosting:

• 1 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons softened butter, divided
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 3/4 teaspoon mint extract
• a few drops of green food coloring (optional)

For chocolate drizzle:

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1-2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/4 cup Andes mint chips (crumbled)

Preparation:

Prepare your brownies in a 9" x 13" pan according to the package directions; adding 1 cup of chocolate chips to mixture before baking.

Frosting:

To make the frosting, use an electric mixer to combine the butter and sugar until desired consistency is reached. Add the mint extract and food color. Mix thoroughly. Spread over brownies and spread.

Drizzle:

Melt chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of butter, stirring until smooth. Be careful not to burn the mixture. Add vanilla, blending completely. Drizzle over frosting. Sprinkle crumbled mint chips over the top. Cool or chill in refrigerator until set, cut into squares.