Ingredients
For The Brownie:
- 1 box vegan brownie mix
- 2 tablespoons oil or as directed on box, I used avocado oil
- 3/4 cup water or as directed on box
For The Chocolate Truffle Frosting:
- 6 tablespoons avocado mashed
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
- Crushed candy canes for garnish, optional, but recommended
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease the bottom and sides of an 8-inch cast-iron skillet with oil.
- Prepare the vegan brownie mix according to the package's directions, using the oil and water.
- Once mixed, pour the brownie batter into the prepared skillet, and bake until a toothpick inserted halfway between the edges and center of the pan comes out clean, about 30-33 minutes. Let cool.
- While the brownies bake, place the mashed avocado, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into a small food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary.
- Place the chocolate chips into a small, microwave-safe bowl, and microwave on half power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and melted.
- Add the melted chocolate chips into the food processor, and blend until smooth and combined.
- Once the brownies are cool, spread the truffle frosting on top, and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.