Mint Oreo Brownies

1. Prep the Oven & Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a small bowl, sift together 1 cup of flour and 3/4 cup of cocoa powder.
   • Whisk in 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, then set the mixture aside.
3. Melt Butter & Chocolate:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter and 4 ounces of unsweetened chocolate over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
4. Add Sugar & Vanilla:
   • Once the chocolate is melted, stir in 2 cups of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
   • Remove from heat. The mixture will look grainy due to the sugar, but that’s normal!
5. Whisk in Eggs:
   • Add 4 large eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until the batter is smooth and satiny.
6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
   • Gently fold the flour and cocoa mixture into the batter until combined.
7. Add Oreos:
   • Stir in roughly chopped Oreos (about 10-12 cookies), folding them into the batter.
8. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
   • Crush a few more Oreos on top for extra crunch.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (no wet batter).
9. Cool & Serve:
   • Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before lifting them out using the foil. Slice and enjoy!

Tips:

• For a fudgier texture, slightly underbake the brownies by a minute or two.
• Serve warm with ice cream for a decadent treat!