Dive into the realm of culinary bliss as we embark on a journey to discover the secrets of creating the perfect "Minty Wiches". These delectable treats, known for their refreshing minty flavor and delightful texture, offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, this guide will provide you with expert tips and step-by-step instructions to ensure your "Minty Wiches" turn out perfectly. So, let's gather our ingredients, preheat our ovens, and delve into the art of crafting these irresistible minty delights.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
MINTY BROWNIES
"I change the frosting depending on the occasion. For the holidays, I top them with minty buttercream."
Provided by Nancy Fuller
Categories dessert
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a glass 9-by-13-inch baking pan and line it with 2 overlapping pieces of parchment paper so the paper comes up over the edges of the pan. Butter the paper.
- Make the brownies: Place a small pot of water over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Place a heatproof bowl over the simmering water, add the butter and chocolate and gently melt them together, stirring to combine. (This can also be done in the microwave; heat in 15-second intervals.)
- Transfer the chocolate-butter mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the brown and granulated sugars, eggs, vanilla and salt and whisk together. Add the flour and gently whisk to combine, then pour into the prepared baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out somewhat clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- Make the buttercream: Combine the cream cheese and butter in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat until smooth. Add the creme de menthe and beat until combined. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar and beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread the buttercream over the brownies, then refrigerate until firm. Use the parchment to remove the brownies from the baking dish. Slice into bars.
MINTY LIME BARS
These rich yet refreshing lime bars are for citrus lovers who appreciate puckering acidity in their desserts. The curd filling contains a bit of cornstarch, so it sets firmly in the oven, allowing you to slice, stack and store the bars easily. A little fresh mint inside the shortbread crust - which is made entirely by hand - adds an herbal complement to the lime.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 16 bars
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Arrange an oven rack in the center position and heat the oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8-inch square pan, preferably metal, with 2 sheets of aluminum foil, crossing one over the other and pressing the foil into the corners and up the sides. Butter the bottom and sides of the foil, and set the pan aside.
- Make the shortbread crust: In a medium bowl, use your fingertips to massage the lime zest into the sugar until the fragrant oils are released and the mixture looks like wet sand. Add the flour, chopped mint, baking powder and salt, and toss to combine. Add the ½-inch pieces of chilled butter and toss to coat in the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to smash the butter into the flour mixture, working until no large pieces remain and you have lots of moist crumbs that hold together easily when squeezed.
- Bake the crust: Scatter the shortbread dough evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan. Use your hands to flatten the crumbs into an even layer, working it into the corners and against the sides. Bake the shortbread until lightly golden across the surface, about 30 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven. (Leave the oven on and reduce the temperature to 300 degrees.) Let the crust cool while you make the filling.
- Make the lime curd filling: In a small saucepan, combine the lime juice, lemon juice, cornstarch, salt and ½ cup/100 grams of the granulated sugar, and cook over medium heat, whisking occasionally, to dissolve the sugar. When the mixture comes to a boil, whisk constantly until it thickens slightly from the cornstarch, about 1 minute, then remove the saucepan from the heat.
- In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk the egg yolks, whole egg and remaining ½ cup/100 grams sugar until the mixture is smooth, thick and has paled in color a couple of shades, about 1 minute. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle the hot citrus mixture into the eggs a tablespoon at a time to slowly raise the temperature, until you've added about half the citrus mixture to the eggs.
- Whisk the egg mixture back into the saucepan, then set back over medium-low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the curd turns opaque, is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and barely hold the marks of the whisk (it will register 170 degrees on an instant-read thermometer), about 5 minutes. Remove the curd from the heat and whisk in the butter a piece at a time, waiting until each piece melts before adding the next, until the mixture is smooth.
- Bake the bars: Pour the hot curd over the crust and shake the pan gently so it settles in an even layer. Bake the bars until the sides have puffed and the center is set but still a bit wobbly when you shake the pan, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan
- Chill before serving: Transfer the cooled pan to the refrigerator and chill until the bottom of the pan is cold to the touch, about 1 hour. This will harden the butter in both the curd and crust, making it easier to remove the bars from the pan and slice.
- Use the edges of the foil to lift the bars out of the pan, then peel down the sides of the foil and slide a metal spatula underneath to loosen the crust from the foil. Slide the bars off the foil onto a cutting board and slice into 16 squares. Dust with confectioners' sugar and top with more lime zest before serving. They are best eaten on the first or second day, but will keep for up to 5 days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
MINTY-WICHES
This is a wonderful chocolaty, mint, sandwich cookie. A little time-consuming, but not hard to make, and so worth it. Unsure yields and where I got this recipe. Times do not include chilling time for the dough.
Provided by charlie 5
Categories Dessert
Time 37m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Beat butter, sugar, and egg until fluffy.
- Melt chocolate chips and corn syrup together. When cool, add to butter mixture.
- Sift, flour, baking soda, and salt into the butter mixture. Mix well and chill dough for 2 hours.
- Roll 1/4 t of dough into a ball in the palms of your hands. Roll in granulated sugar. Place an even number of dough balls about 2" apart on a cookie sheet at a time. Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
- Quickly flip half of the cookies over on the baking sheet and top with half of an Andes mint candy. Now quickly flip the other half of the cookies on top of the candy forming a sandwich.
- Refrigerate until set. Store in an airtight container or freeze to enjoy later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4866.2, Fat 237.3, SaturatedFat 143.4, Cholesterol 537, Sodium 4165.8, Carbohydrate 755.1, Fiber 24.6, Sugar 216.5, Protein 46.3
Tips:
- For perfectly round Minty Whiches, use a 3-inch cookie cutter to cut out the dough circles.
- If you don't have a cookie cutter, you can use a sharp knife to cut the dough into squares or triangles.
- Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges, but still soft in the center. This will give them a chewy texture.
- Let the cookies cool completely before filling them. This will help prevent the filling from leaking out.
- For a minty filling, use a combination of cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract. You can also add a few drops of green food coloring for a festive touch.
- For a chocolate filling, use a combination of chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and melted butter. You can also add a splash of milk or cream for a creamier filling.
- Get creative with your fillings! You can use anything from fruit preserves to peanut butter to Nutella.
- Minty Whiches are best served fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Minty Whiches are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their simple ingredients and endless variations, they're sure to become a favorite in your household. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give Minty Whiches a try!
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