CHOCOLATE MINT TREASURES

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"I love chocolate and mint together. These bars win rave reviews for taking that winning combination up a notch by using dark, milk and white chocolate." -Sherry Johnston, Green Cove Springs, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

FIRST LAYER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/8 teaspoon salt
SECOND LAYER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 package (7.05 ounces) After Eight thin mints
DRIZZLE:
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 ounces white baking chocolate

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Chill 15 minutes., Meanwhile, for second layer, in a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Gently spread over chocolate layer., Bake at 350° for 16-20 minutes until edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven; top with mints. Bake 1-2 minutes or until mints begin to melt; carefully spread mints evenly over the top. Cool completely., In a microwave, melt bittersweet chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Drizzle or spread over bars. Grate white chocolate or make chocolate curls to decorate top. Chill until set. Cut into triangles.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 6 g fat (3 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20 mg cholesterol, Sodium 46 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14 g carbohydrate, Fiber trace fiber, Protein 1 g protein.

Ahmed Khattak
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I highly recommend these chocolate mint treasures. They're delicious, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion.


Surya Mohan
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These are the perfect treat for any occasion.


Md Raja Khan
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I love how versatile these chocolate mint treasures are. I can serve them as a dessert, a snack, or even a party appetizer.


Stephone Felix
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These are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Md hridoy Ahammed rifat
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I love the combination of chocolate and mint. These chocolate mint treasures are the perfect way to indulge my cravings.


Hailey Garcia
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These are the perfect treat to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Fuxyxjxyviv Uogudtdivjvuv
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I love the way these chocolate mint treasures melt in my mouth.


Sabrina Toledo
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These are the perfect treat for a summer party. They're light and refreshing.


Munir Makame
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I made these chocolate mint treasures for my kids and they loved them! They're the perfect after-school snack.


Atimango Rosemary
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These are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Alberto Trejo
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I love how easy these chocolate mint treasures are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time.


Danielle Ledesma Pulido
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These are the perfect treat for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Mk Malhi23
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I'm not a big fan of mint, but these chocolate mint treasures are delicious! The chocolate is rich and creamy, and the mint is just a hint of flavor.


Charlie Chandler-Chapman
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These are so good! I love the way the chocolate and mint flavors complement each other.


Ireen Hassan
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I made these chocolate mint treasures for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect after-dinner treat.


Yushan Hansana
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These chocolate mint treasures were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of chocolate and mint.