If you are looking for a delectable treat that combines the refreshing flavor of crème de menthe with the crispiness of a thin cookie, then crème de menthe thins are the perfect choice. These cookies are a perfect balance of sweet and minty, making them a delightful addition to any dessert or snack platter. With their vibrant green color and delicate texture, crème de menthe thins offer a unique and memorable culinary experience that will leave you wanting more. Whether you are an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe will guide you through the simple steps to create these delicious treats in the comfort of your own home.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
ANDES CRèME DE MENTHE COOKIES - ANDES MINT COOKIES
I found this recipe on the back of Andes Crème de Menthe Baking Chips. I made a few small changes and am really pleased with the results! These cookies taste very similar to the Girl Scouts Thin Mint Cookies!
Provided by Dine Dish
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 42 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Do not do this until after dough has been refrigerated.
- Blend butter, brown sugar, white granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, vanilla and eggs until ingredients are mixed.
- Add Andes Baking Chips and mix.
- Add Flour and continue to mix until all ingredients are well blended together.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 45-60 minutes.
- Spoon out approximately 1 oz of dough per cookie.
- Form a ball and then slightly flatten.
- Place on non-stick baking pans and bake for approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Cool on pans for 2 minutes, then remove.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 62.6, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 1.1
CREME DE MENTHE BARS
his is a very easy recipe. My son won a purple ribbon (which is higher than a blue ribbon) at the county fair when he was 10 years old. This was also his first paid 'catering' job for a graduation party when he was 12 (he's married now, so that gives you a clue as to how long I've had this recipe). Great brownies with a mint flavored filling.
Provided by Deirdre Dee
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Beat the white sugar with 1 cup of the butter or margarine until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs. Then stir in the flour, salt, chocolate syrup and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Let cool then frost with Creme de Menthe Frosting. Refrigerate until set. Then spread Melted Chocolate topping over top. Let sit until set and cut into bars.
- To Make Creme De Menthe Frosting: Combine the confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup butter or margarine and creme de menthe. Mix until smooth.
- To Make Melted Chocolate Topping: Melt the chocolate chips and 6 tablespoons butter together. Stir until smooth and spread evenly over the top of the cooled filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 69.1 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 176.9 mg, Sugar 31.4 g
HOMEMADE CRèME DE MENTHE RECIPE
A popular mint liqueur, learn how easy it is to make crème de menthe at home. The recipe uses a natural fresh mint infusion that's great in cocktails.
Provided by Colleen Graham
Categories Beverage Cocktail Ingredient
Time P3DT15m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a one-quart jar, pour the vodka and tear the mint leaves as you add them. Shake well to immerse the herbs. Let infuse for 48 hours, shaking once a day.
- Bring the water to a boil in a small or medium saucepan. Add the sugar and stir until completely dissolved, then reduce to a simmer. After 5 minutes, remove the simple syrup from the heat and let cool completely. If making ahead, refrigerate in a sealed container until ready to blend the liqueur.
- After 2 days, add the cooled simple syrup to the mint-infused liquor. Shake and infuse for another 24 hours.
- Strain out the mint using a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth. Discard the mint and strain one or two more times to remove extra sediment.
- Funnel the crème de menthe into a 750-milliliter bottle or several smaller bottles.
- To color the liqueur, add 3 to 5 drops of green food coloring and shake well to incorporate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 0 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CREME DE MENTHE PARFAITS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In parfait cups or cocktail glasses, layer creme de menthe with French vanilla ice cream. Garnish parfaits with raspberries and fresh mint leaves.
CREME DE MENTHE BROWNIES
Steps:
- Lightly spray a 1 1/2-quart souffle dish with butter-flavored cooking spray.
- Make a foil ring, 1-inch thick, for souffle dish to sit on inside a 5-quart slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, combine brownie mix, 2 eggs, vegetable oil, and 1/4 cup creme de menthe. Stir using 50 strokes or use a hand blender on medium speed for 1 minute to combine. Fold in chopped mint thins. Transfer to prepared souffle dish and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, remaining egg, sugar, and 2 teaspoons creme de menthe. Using an electric mixer beat on low speed until smooth. Spread over brownie mixture. Use a butter knife to cut cream cheese mixture into brownie mixture for a marble effect.
- Place souffle dish on top of foil ring in slow cooker. Lay 8 paper towels over top of slow cooker bowl and secure with lid. (This helps to trap steam.)
- Cook on LOW setting for 4 1/2 to 6 hours. (Do not lift lid to check brownies for the first 3 hours.)
- Allow brownies to cool completely before cutting.
CREME DE MENTHE SQUARES
This layered bar hits all the sweet spots: It's airy, creamy, crunchy and the perfect mix of cool mint and rich chocolate. It has a vintage dessert appeal that no one in our family can resist. -Marilyn Blankschien, Clintonville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and melted butter. Reserve 3 tablespoons for topping. Press remaining mixture onto bottom of a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Refrigerate 30 minutes., In a large microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold milk; let stand 1 minute. Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds. Stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Add marshmallows; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until marshmallows are puffed; stir until smooth. Stir in creme de menthe. Refrigerate 15-20 minutes or until cold but not set, stirring often., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, gradually beat cream cheese until smooth. In another bowl, whisk pudding mix and remaining cold milk. Gradually beat into cream cheese., In a large bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form; fold into marshmallow mixture. Spoon half of the mixture over prepared crust; refrigerate 10 minutes. Layer with pudding mixture and remaining marshmallow mixture; top with reserved crumbs. Refrigerate 2 hours or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CREME DE MENTHE CAKE I
This quick recipe uses regular cake mix, any brand, and any type of whipped topping. It is a great dessert for after dinner, or anytime and especially a treat for St. Patrick's Day (easy way to get something "green"). You can use creme de menthe flavoring if you don't have the actual liqueur.
Provided by Bonnie
Categories Desserts Cakes Cake Mix Cake Recipes
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare 1 box white cake mix as directed, except substitute 3 tablespoons Creme de Menthe flavoring or liqueur, for 3 tablespoons water.
- Pour into 13x9 inch pan and bake according to package directions.
- Remove from oven and while HOT, poke holes in cake with fork. Then pour chocolate syrup over the top. Refrigerate (or freeze, if desired). After cooling, mix whipped topping with 2 tablespoons of creme de menthe and spread on cake. Keep refrigerated. Freezes great!!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.5 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 269.7 mg, Sugar 39.5 g
CRèME DE MENTHE CHEESECAKE
Start with a quick cookie-crumb crust, then add a refreshing, mint-green filling flavored fast with creamy liqueur.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 6h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 300°F. In medium bowl, combine crust ingredients; mix well. Press in bottom and up sides of ungreased 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed until fluffy. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 3/4 cup whipping cream and crème de menthe until well blended. Pour into crust-lined pan.
- Bake at 300°F. for 60 to 70 minutes or until edges are set but center still jiggles slightly when gently shaken. Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches. Let cheesecake sit in oven for 30 minutes or until center is set.
- Remove cheesecake from oven. Cool in pan on wire rack for 1 hour or until completely cooled. Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.
- Just before serving, carefully run knife around sides of pan to loosen; remove sides of pan. In small bowl, beat 1/2 cup whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spoon whipped cream around edge of cheesecake. Garnish with chopped mints. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1/16 of Recipe, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 17 g
CREME DE MENTHE BROWNIES
Make and share this Creme De Menthe Brownies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 50m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cream butter, add sugar; beat until fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beat well after each addition.
- Combine flour annd salt.
- Add to creamed mix alternately with chocolate syrup.
- Stir in vanilla.
- Pour into greased and floured 13x9 baking pan.
- Bake at 350* for 25 minutes, cool completely.
- Frosting: Cream 1/4 cup butter in small bowl.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and creme de menthe, mix well.
- Spread over cooled brownies.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Topping: Combine chocolate chips and butter in small pan.
- Slowly melt on low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Spread over brownies.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Cut into squares, enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.7, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 84, Sodium 272.4, Carbohydrate 59.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 43.5, Protein 4.3
Tips:
- Only use a candy thermometer. It is difficult to tell when the syrup is ready just by looking at it, and the temperature is important for the final texture of the mints.
- Do not let the sugar syrup cool at all before dipping the mints. If the sugar cools too much, it will not coat the mints evenly.
- If you want to make your mints extra minty, add a few drops of peppermint oil to the sugar syrup.
- To get the mints out of the sugar syrup easily, spray the back of a metal spoon with cooking spray. Then, use the spoon to scoop the mints out of the syrup and place them on a cooling rack.
- If you are using a silicone mold, do not spray it with cooking spray. The mints will not pop out of the mold easily.
- Store the finished mints in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. They should last for up to two weeks.
Conclusion:
Crème de Menth Thins are a delicious and refreshing mint that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With just a few simple tips, you can create the perfect mints that are sure to be a hit with everyone.
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