Creamy Mint Brownie Wedges

1 package (19-21 ounces) fudge brownie mix (plus ingredients to make cake-like brownies)

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

2 drops green food color (optional)

1 package (4.67 ounces) creme de menthe chocolate thins (28 pieces), unwrapped, divided

1. Preheat oven to 350�F. Lightly spray a deep dish baker with oil . In a bowl, prepare brownie mix according to package directions for cake-like brownies. Pour batter into baker, spreading evenly. Bake 35-40 minutes or until brownie is set. Do not over-bake. Remove to cooling rack; cool completely.

2. In a bowl, combine cream cheese and powdered sugar; whisk until smooth. Add food color, if desired; mix well. Spread evenly over brownie.

3. Using a crinkle cutter, coarsely chop 18 of the chocolate thins; sprinkle over filling. Place remaining 10 chocolate thins in small micro-bowl; microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 20-40 seconds, stirring after each 20-second interval, until melted and smooth. Do not overheat. Drizzle chocolate in a circular pattern over filling. Allow chocolate to set 5 minutes. Cut using a utility knife; serve.

Yield: 16 servings or 24 sample servings

Nutrients per serving: Calories 340, Total Fat 20 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 4 g, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 0 g

Source: Pampered Chef