Decadent Slow Cooker Brownies

Ingredients:

• 2 cups bittersweet chocolate
• 1 cup butter (unsalted)
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs (room temp)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cup flour
• ¼ tsp baking powder
• Optional: crushed candy canes

Instructions:

• Grease a Casserole Crock™ or other large Crockpot™ slow cooker with non-stick spray.
• Melt chocolate and butter together in a small bowl, using 15 second increments in the microwave (stir every 15 seconds until smooth)
• Set mixture aside to cool while you prep other ingredients
• Whisk sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a medium bowl until well blended
• Add chocolate mixture and stir until well combined and smooth.
• Sift flour and baking soda together and pour into chocolate mixture.
• Gently stir just until combined - do not over mix!
• Pour brownie mixture into the greased Crockpot™ slow cooker and even out with a spatula.
• Optional: Sprinkle crushed candy canes or peppermint pieces over top.
• Cover and Cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or until done.
• Remove lid and cool completely before cutting.
• Cut into bars just prior to serving. Sprinkle with sifted powdered sugar for garnish.