Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13 baking pan.

Step 2

Prepare brownies as directed on box. Pour into the prepared pan. Bake 20-25 minutes.

Step 3

While brownies are cooling, beat powdered sugar, ½ cup butter (softened), cream, and peppermint in a large bowl. Spread evenly over cooled brownies.

Step 4

Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 5

In a small pot melt mini chocolate chips and ½ cup butter on low heat, stirring constantly. Spread over chilled brownies.

Step 6

Sprinkle with candy cane pieces and chill again for 30 - 60 minutes to help set up quicker, if desired.