Seeking a delightful sweet treat that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors? Discover the art of crafting delectable chocolate mint candy, a confectionery delight that combines the essence of two beloved flavors into a satisfying indulgence. Whether you yearn for a creamy, smooth truffle, a crisp, crunchy candy shell, or a chewy, minty center, this culinary journey will unveil the secrets to creating exceptional chocolate mint candy that will leave a lasting impression on your palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHOCOLATE MINT CANDY
I never made candy before until I tried this recipe. Now I make it every holiday. -Kendra Pedersen, Battle Ground, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield about 2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips with 1 cup milk. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Spread half into a waxed paper-lined 8-in. square pan; chill for 10 minutes or until firm. , Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan over low heat, cook and stir candy coating with remaining milk until coating is melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in peppermint extract and food coloring. Spread over bottom layer; chill for 10 minutes or until firm. , Warm remaining chocolate mixture if necessary; spread over mint layer. Chill for 2 hours or until firm. Remove from pan; cut into 1-in. squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHOCOLATE MINT CANDY PIE
A minty, chocolaty, and creamy pie. Try it in the summer as cool and refreshing dessert. Garnish as desired with chocolate shavings or more Junior Mints®.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Time P1DT50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Prepare brownie mix according to package directions (see Editor's Note) and bake as directed, about 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, dissolve the coffee powder in the water. Add the cream cheese and beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Blend in the marshmallow cream.
- Melt the mints by placing them in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on High for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. (Or place mints in small saucepan and stir over low heat until melted).
- Stir the melted mints into the cream cheese mixture. As the chocolate cools, it will form slivers in the filling mixture. Whip the cream until medium-stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the filling mixture and spread it over the cooled crust. Loosely cover, place into the refrigerator and chill for several hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.3 calories, Carbohydrate 72.4 g, Cholesterol 88.6 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 266.3 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
LAYERED MINT CHOCOLATE CANDY
This lucious homemade candy treat is good enough to give as gifs! This is another great recipe from Eagle Brand SCM.
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Candies
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Line 8 or 9-inch square pan with waxed paper. In heavy saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips with 1 c. of the SCM. Stir in vanilla. Spread half the mixture in prepared pan; chill 10 minutes or until firm . Keep remaining chocolate mixture at room temperature. In heavy saucepan over low heat, melt white chips with remaining SCM. Stir in peppermint extract and food coloring of your choice. Spread over chilled chocolate layer; chill 10 minutes or until firm. Spread reserved chocolate mixture over mint layer. Chill 2 hours or until firm. ( sometimes I sprinkle chopped peppermint candy canes on top, before refrigerating.) Turn candy onto cutting board, peel off paper and cut into squares. Store loosely covered at room temperature.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, measure and prep all of your ingredients. This will make the cooking process go much smoother.
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will make a big difference in the final product. Look for chocolate that is at least 70% cacao.
- Temper the chocolate: Tempering the chocolate is a process of heating and cooling the chocolate in a specific way. This will help the chocolate to set properly and give it a smooth, glossy finish.
- Don't overmix: When you're mixing the chocolate and mint, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can cause the chocolate to become grainy.
- Let the chocolate cool completely: Before you cut and serve the chocolate, let it cool completely. This will help it to set properly.
Conclusion:
Chocolate mint candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty candy that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give chocolate mint candy a try!
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