RED VELVET PEPPERMINT BROWNIES

RED VELVET PEPPERMINT BROWNIES Brownie Ingredients 1 box brownie mix 1 box red velvet cake mix ¼ C canola oil 1 large egg ¼ C whole milk Icing ingredients 1 C unsalted sweet cream butter, softened 4 oz cream cheese, softened 3 C powder sugar 3 tbsp heavy whipping cream 1 tsp vanilla ½ C crushed candy canes Brownie Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Tear off a large sheet of parchment paper, long enough for it to come up the sides of the 9x13 baking dish In a standing mixer, make the brownie mix as directed on the back of the box Pour brownie batter into the baking dish Continue using the standing mixer for the red velvet part Using the standing mixer, combine the cake mix, oil, egg, and milk and mix until combined Spoon onto brownie layer Using a butterknife pull through the red velvet to give a swirl look Bake for 22-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean Let cool completely Icing Directions Using a standing mixer, combine all ingredients and mix on medium speed until combined and stiff peaks Scoop frosting onto the brownies and spread evenly Sprinkle candy canes Let frosting harden for about 10 minutes before cutting into bars and enjoying.