20 Best Mint Chocolate Recipes

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is a refreshing and classic dessert that combines creamy texture with the invigorating flavor of mint and the richness of chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• 2-3 drops green food coloring (optional)

Cooking method:

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and add the peppermint and vanilla extracts. Add food coloring if desired.
3. Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator.
4. Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. During the last few minutes of churning, add the mini chocolate chips.
6. Transfer to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Mint Chocolate Brownies

These Mint Chocolate Brownies offer a delicious twist on a classic treat, blending fudgy chocolate with a refreshing minty layer.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 cup mint chocolate chips

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
3. Stir in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.
4. Incorporate the peppermint extract and mint chocolate chips.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
6. Let cool before slicing into squares.

Mint Chocolate Lava Cakes

Mint Chocolate Lava Cakes are small, indulgent desserts that feature a molten mint chocolate center when you break into them.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 8 ounces mint-flavored dark chocolate, chopped
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease ramekins.
2. Melt butter and chocolate together, stirring until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until thickened.
4. Stir in melted chocolate, flour, and peppermint extract until combined.
5. Divide the batter among ramekins and bake for 12-14 minutes.
6. Serve immediately for a molten center experience.

Mint Chocolate Truffles

These Mint Chocolate Truffles are rich, bite-sized chocolate treats with a refreshing mint twist.

Ingredients:

• 10 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• Cocoa powder or crushed peppermint candies for coating

Cooking method:

1. Heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
2. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes.
3. Stir until the mixture is smooth and add peppermint extract.
4. Chill until firm enough to handle.
5. Roll chocolate into small balls and coat in cocoa powder or crushed peppermint candies.

Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies bring together the chewy goodness of cookies with bits of mint chocolate for a delightful treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
• 2 cups mint chocolate chips

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, beat butter with sugars until creamy.
4. Add eggs and peppermint extract, blending well.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, followed by mint chocolate chips.
6. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto baking sheets and bake for 9-11 minutes.

Mint Chocolate Fudge

Mint Chocolate Fudge is an easy-to-make sweet treat that’s rich, creamy, and loaded with minty flavor.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• Pinch of salt
• Green sprinkles for decoration (optional)

Cooking method:

1. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, combine chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter over low heat, stirring until melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and add peppermint extract and salt, mixing well.
4. Pour into prepared dish and smooth the top.
5. Decorate with green sprinkles if desired, and refrigerate until set.

Mint Chocolate Torte

A Mint Chocolate Torte is an elegant dessert that combines layers of rich chocolate cake with a refreshing mint cream filling.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup mint chocolate chips

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans.
2. Mix flour, cocoa powder, and sugar in a bowl.
3. Incorporate melted butter, eggs, and peppermint extract.
4. Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
5. For filling, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, fold in mint chocolate chips.
6. Layer cakes with mint cream and chill before serving.

Mint Chocolate Hot Cocoa

Mint Chocolate Hot Cocoa is a cozy drink that warms you up with the delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/4 cup mint chocolate chips
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• Whipped cream for topping

Cooking method:

1. In a saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until warm.
2. Stir in cocoa powder and sugar, whisking to combine.
3. Add mint chocolate chips and peppermint extract, stirring until melted and smooth.
4. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.

Mint Chocolate Mousse

Mint Chocolate Mousse is a light and airy dessert boasting a decadent mint and chocolate flavor profile.

Ingredients:

• 6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 large eggs, separated
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 cup heavy cream

Cooking method:

1. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
2. Remove from heat and mix in egg yolks and peppermint extract.
3. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually adding sugar.
4. Fold egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
5. Whip the cream until stiff peaks form, and fold into the mousse.
6. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Mint Chocolate Cheesecake

Mint Chocolate Cheesecake is a luscious, creamy dessert with a perfect balance of chocolate and mint flavors.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips
• Whipped cream for decoration

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a springform pan.
2. Combine cookie crumbs and melted butter, pressing into the pan to form a crust.
3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, add eggs one at a time, then peppermint extract.
4. Fold in mini chocolate chips and pour over the crust.
5. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool and refrigerate for several hours.
6. Decorate with whipped cream before serving.