PARTNER POST: Discover new ways to incorporate seasonal teas into your holiday cooking and desserts with Celestial Seasonings.
These rich brownies are loaded with chocolate chips, a decadent cheesecake batter and earthy peppermint flavor, thanks to the infusion of peppermint green tea.
These brownies are special, as all dessert recipes should be this time of year. Peppermint cheesecake chocolate chip? Holy oh-em-gee YES! But let’s talk about the secret ingredient in these brownies. The thing that makes these extra super special. 
Tea. Yep. Candy Cane Lane Holiday Green Tea by Celestial Seasonings. I mean, seriously. This perfectly spiced holiday tea gives these brownies that festive touch.
Your friends and family will love them! I even love them, and you know that’s saying a lot coming from me.
Want to try another fun recipe for the season? Check out this Candy Cane Tea Chocolate Bark! Recipe here.
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
Ingredients
- 3 Candy Cane Lane Celestial Tea Bags
- ½ cup very hot water
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 stick unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Cream Cheese mixture
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8×8 square cake pan and set aside. Place the tea bags in the water and let steep for 5-7 minutes. Then remove teabags and let cool.
- In a small bowl mix the flour and cocoa powder. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl blend the eggs, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined. Add the melted butter and cooled tea. Slowly add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl blend the cream cheese sugar, egg and peppermint extract until smooth. Fold carefully into brownie mixture.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and top with chocolate chips. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
- Category: Baking, Chocolate
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of green tea should I use for the Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies?
You should use Candy Cane Lane Holiday Green Tea by Celestial Seasonings, as it adds the perfect peppermint flavor and festive touch to the brownies.
How do I incorporate the peppermint green tea into the cheesecake batter?
Brew the peppermint green tea as directed, then fold the infused liquid into the cheesecake batter to achieve that earthy peppermint flavor.
Can I substitute the chocolate chips in the brownies?
Yes, you can use dark chocolate chips or even white chocolate chips if you prefer a different flavor profile, but be aware that it will change the overall taste of the brownies.
