Recipe: Chocolate Mint Bars 🍫🌿
Description: Don’t let the ingredient list intimidate you. These Chocolate Mint Bars are incredibly simple to make, irresistibly delicious, and absolutely perfect for any holiday gathering or sweet occasion. With layers of rich chocolate, refreshing mint, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re sure to become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 351.2 per serving
- Fat Content: 15.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 41.7mg
- Sodium Content: 338.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 52g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 38.2g
- Protein Content: 3.8g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Margarine | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 tsp |
| All-Purpose Flour | 1 cup |
| Powdered Sugar | 1 cup |
| Milk | 2 tbsp |
| Green Food Coloring | A few drops |
| Semisweet Chocolate Chips | 1 cup |
| Margarine | 6 tbsp |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, 1/2 cup of margarine, eggs, salt, vanilla extract, flour, and chocolate syrup until well blended.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake:
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Note: Avoid using a glass pan for this step.
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Cool:
- Allow the baked base to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, remaining margarine (1 cup), milk, and a few drops of green food coloring. Mix until smooth and creamy.
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Layer the Filling:
- Once the base has cooled, spread the prepared filling evenly over the top of the bars.
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Add the Chocolate Topping:
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the semisweet chocolate chips along with 6 tablespoons of margarine, stirring until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the mint filling, using a spatula to spread it out evenly.
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Chill:
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate topping is firm, usually for about 1 hour.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, remove the pan from the refrigerator and cut the bars into squares or rectangles.
- Serve these indulgent Chocolate Mint Bars at your next gathering or save them for a delightful treat anytime.
These Chocolate Mint Bars are the perfect combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint, creating a dessert that’s both decadent and delightful. Whether you’re serving them at a holiday party or enjoying them as a sweet indulgence at home, they’re sure to impress with every irresistible bite!
