CHOCOLATE MINT DESSERT

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"A rich fudge layer plus crunchy nuts and coconut make this dessert perfect for when you want to serve something special without last-minute fuss," says Barb Seibenaler of Random Lake, Wisconsin. "It's easy to make the day before and freeze overnight."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, divided
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (about 10 ounces)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 quarts mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened

Steps:

  • In a skillet, melt 1/2 cup butter. Add coconut; cook and stir until golden brown. Remove from the heat. Stir in brown sugar and pecans; mix well. Set aside 1 cup. , Press remaining coconut mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. , In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the chocolate and remaining butter. Add sugar and milk. Bring to a slow boil; cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cool; pour over coconut mixture. , Spread ice cream over top. Sprinkle with the reserved coconut mixture. Freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight. , Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. The dessert may be frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 25g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Disciple Jonez
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Dani Jutt
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I would not recommend this recipe. It's a waste of time and ingredients.


Fareeda Kara
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the dessert didn't turn out as expected. It was too runny.


Ashim Halder
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I found this dessert to be a bit bland. It needed more chocolate flavor.


Max Maango
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This dessert is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Emily Roblox
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I've made this dessert several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Naimur Rahman
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This is my new favorite dessert! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Emmanuel Pakomi
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I made this dessert for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Korbeen124
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This dessert is perfect for summer. It's light and refreshing, and the mint flavor is really refreshing.


Ella Danas
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I'm not a big fan of mint, but I really enjoyed this dessert. The chocolate flavor was strong enough to balance out the mint.


Free fire gamen
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This dessert is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


King of King
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I love the combination of chocolate and mint in this dessert. It's the perfect treat for any occasion.


Donna Howard
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This is the best chocolate mint dessert I've ever had! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Bijoy Kumar Bm
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I made this dessert for my family and they all raved about it. The mint flavor was refreshing and the chocolate was rich and decadent.


Liton Shefali
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This chocolate mint dessert was a hit at my dinner party! It was easy to make and everyone loved the combination of chocolate and mint.