Grasshopper Squares Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours (includes refrigeration time)
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 48 bars
Calories: 100.5 per serving
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, Weeknight, Refrigerator, < 4 Hours
Description:
These delectable chocolate mint squares are the ultimate treat for your taste buds. They’re so irresistible that you’ll find yourself craving them again and again. The best part? They freeze perfectly, ensuring you can satisfy your cravings weeks down the road.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/3 cups butter, divided
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 tablespoons milk
- 1 1/4 cups butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons mint extract
- 2-3 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Chocolate chips, for topping
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 1/2 tablespoons milk with 1 1/4 cups softened butter, blending until mixed well. |
| 3 | Pat the mixture evenly into an ungreased 9×13-inch pan. |
| 4 | Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes or until firm. Allow it to cool. |
| 5 | Meanwhile, beat 1 1/2 cups softened butter, 1 1/2 cups milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons mint extract, green food coloring (if using), 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and spreadable. |
| 6 | Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. |
| 7 | For the topping, place chocolate chips and the remaining butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on medium-high heat until melted, stirring well. Add milk if needed to help thin the mixture. |
| 8 | Spread the topping over the filling layer. |
| 9 | Refrigerate for about two hours or until firm. |
| 10 | Once firm, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy the irresistible combination of chocolate and mint! |
These Grasshopper Squares are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to weeknight indulgences. With their delightful minty flavor and rich chocolatey goodness, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
