Candy Cane Peppermint Brownie

Get a little goofy with this cane-shaped brownie, topped with peppermint ice cream and a minty whipped cream topping. MORE+ LESS-

By Pillsbury Kitchens

November 20, 2009

(1 lb. 3.8-oz.) pkg. fudge brownie mix

1/2

cup oil

1/4

cup water

eggs

cups peppermint bon bon ice cream, softened

cups frozen extra-creamy whipped topping, thawed

1/2

cup crushed candy canes (about 7 large) or peppermint candies

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Heat oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil. Prepare brownie mix as directed on package, using oil, water and eggs. Pour into foil-lined pan. Bake at 350°F. for 28 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool 1 hour or until completely cooled.
2

Lift brownie from pan with foil. With pattern, cut out 11 1/2x8-inch candy cane shape. Place on serving platter. Cut remaining brownie into bars; reserve for another use.
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Mound ice cream onto candy cane-shaped brownie; spread evenly. Top with whipped topping, spreading evenly over top and sides. Sprinkle crushed candy diagonally on whipped topping to resemble candy cane. Cover loosely with foil; freeze at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Prepare ice cream parfaits with any remaining brownies. Cut them into tiny squares and layer them in tall glasses with additional ice cream, whipped topping and crushed candy canes. For particularly pretty parfaits, layer the ingredients twice.
Prepare this recipe one day in advance, cover loosely with foil and freeze.
Children love ice cream and brownies, and they'll be dazzled by the look of this attractive, festive dessert.