Peppermint Pattie Brownies: The Perfect Christmas Brownie - Deliciously Plated

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 cup gluten free flour (I used cup4cup with great results)
• 2/3 cup dark cocoa powder
• 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
• 4 whole eggs
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 sticks butter
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 2 sticks butter (room temp)
• 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
• 16 oz powdered sugar
• 2 tsp peppermint extract
• 2 tbsp Whole milk
• 4-5 drops natural red food coloring
• 5-7 whole peppermint candies (crushed)