Matcha Mint Chocolate Bars

Indulge in these rich Matcha Mint Chocolate Bars, combining earthy matcha and refreshing mint with a chocolatey crunch.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
• 2 tablespoons matcha powder
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture; beat well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the dark chocolate chunks with a spatula.
7. Divide the batter in half. To one half, add the matcha powder and peppermint extract; mix well.
8. Spread the chocolate batter on the bottom of the prepared pan.
9. Gently layer the matcha-mint batter over the chocolate layer.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

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