CREME DE MENTHE SQUARES

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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

1-1/4 cups finely crushed Oreo cookies (about 14 cookies)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1-3/4 cups cold 2% milk, divided
20 large marshmallows
3 tablespoons green creme de menthe
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup heavy whipping cream

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.

Mike Donaid
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Crème De Menthe Squares: 5 stars!


Ama Nana
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I highly recommend these squares. They're easy to make and they taste amazing.


Veenjhraj Ratnani
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These squares are the perfect balance of sweetness and mintiness.


hasnaa abdelnaby
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I'm not usually a fan of mint desserts, but these squares are an exception. They're so good!


Marsyangdi Online
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These squares are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Zebi baloch
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I wasn't sure how I would like the combination of mint and chocolate, but these squares changed my mind. They're amazing!


Khudai Mir
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These squares are always a crowd-pleaser. I take them to every potluck and they're always the first to go.


narendra thapa
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I love how easy these squares are to make. I can always count on them to turn out well.


Haleema Rehman
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These were delicious! The mint flavor was just right and the texture was perfect.


Steph Frame
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I've made these squares several times now and they always turn out great. They're a perfect dessert for any occasion.


oyetunde ayobami
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These Crème De Menthe Squares were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the minty flavor.


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