Best 3 Easy Grasshopper Bars Recipes

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Grasshopper bars are no-bake dessert bars made of just a few ingredients. These sweet and minty treats are perfect for parties, potlucks, and bake sales. They are also a great way to use up leftover candy canes. The combination of chocolate, mint, and marshmallow makes these bars irresistible. They are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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EASY GRASSHOPPER BARS



Easy Grasshopper Bars image

Chocolate drizzle and cool minty cream cheese frosting top indulgent chocolate bars. Mmm!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ Double Chocolate Chunk Cookie Mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
3 cups powdered sugar
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon mint extract
3 to 4 drops green food color
1 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir all Bar ingredients until soft dough forms. Press into pan; bake 15 minutes. Cool about 10 minutes.
  • In large bowl, stir all Frosting ingredients until smooth. Spread over bars.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave all Glaze ingredients on High 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Drizzle over frosting. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

GLUTEN-FREE EASY GRASSHOPPER BARS



Gluten-Free Easy Grasshopper Bars image

Chocolate drizzle and cool minty cream cheese frosting top indulgent chocolate bars. Mmm!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free devil's food cake mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting
1/4 teaspoon mint extract
3 to 4 drops green food color
1 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir bar ingredients until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan. Bake 15 minutes. Cool about 10 minutes.
  • In frosting container, stir in mint extract and food color. Spread over bars.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave glaze ingredients uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Drizzle over frosting. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1/2 g

EASY GRASSHOPPER BARS



Easy Grasshopper Bars image

Chocolate drizzle and cool minty cream cheese frosting top indulgent chocolate bars. Mmm!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ Double Chocolate Chunk Cookie Mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
3 cups powdered sugar
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon mint extract
3 to 4 drops green food color
1 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir all Bar ingredients until soft dough forms. Press into pan; bake 15 minutes. Cool about 10 minutes.
  • In large bowl, stir all Frosting ingredients until smooth. Spread over bars.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave all Glaze ingredients on High 30 seconds; stir until smooth. Drizzle over frosting. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the grasshopper bars will taste.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the grasshopper bars tough.
  • Chill the grasshopper bars before serving. This will help the bars set and firm up.
  • Garnish the grasshopper bars with whipped cream or chocolate shavings. This will add a touch of elegance and make the bars even more delicious.

Conclusion:

Grasshopper bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a combination of chocolate, mint, and cream, and they have a smooth and creamy texture. Grasshopper bars are also very versatile, and they can be made with a variety of different ingredients. For example, you can use different types of chocolate, different types of mint, and different types of cream. You can also add other ingredients to the grasshopper bars, such as nuts, fruits, or marshmallows. No matter how you make them, grasshopper bars are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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