These chocolate mint desserts feature the duo's refreshing and decadent flavors, from fudgy brownies to creamy pies and frozen treats.
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Mint Chocolate Cheesecake
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this mint chocolate cheesecake for our high school's annual fundraiser. We were told that it brought a hefty price and was one of the first desserts to go! If desired, you can stir the cookie pieces into the batter instead of adding them in a layer. Keep the pieces fairly small; if they're too large they have a tendency to rise to the top. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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Mint Sandwich Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
Canned frosting, peppermint extract and chocolate candy coating quickly turn crackers into these wonderful little no-bake cookies. My children and I like to assemble them for parties and holidays. I hope you and your family enjoy them as much as we do.
-Melissa Thompson, Anderson, Ohio
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Peppermint Patty Recipe
From the Recipe Creator:
I make lots of different candy at Christmas to give as gifts. It can be time-consuming, but it’s worth it to see the delight it brings people. Calling for just a few ingredients, this candy is one that is quite simple to prepare. —Joanne Adams, Bath, Maine
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Grasshopper Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
I only need six ingredients to whip up this fluffy and refreshing grasshopper pie. I usually make two of the minty treats for our family, since we're never satisfied with just one slice. —LouCinda Zacharias, Spooner, Wisconsin
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Chocolate Mint Creams
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe came from a family friend and is always high on everyone's list. I make at least six batches for Noel nibbling and give some away as gifts. —Beverly Fehner, Gladstone, Missouri
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Creme de Menthe Squares
From the Recipe Creator:
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
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Mint Swirl Fudge Cake
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Mint pairs with a silky, mild chocolate flavor for this colorful, beautiful cake that will be the talk of the holiday buffet. —Heidi Kelly, Norwood, Missouri
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Mint Chocolate-Covered Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
At our house, everyone lends a hand to make these easy chocolate-covered cookies. They remind me of Thin Mints. Decorate them with sprinkles to match the occasion. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
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Peppermint Brownies
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother encouraged me to enter these mint brownies in the county fair some years ago—and they earned top honors! They're a delicious treat to serve during the holidays. —Marcy Greenblatt, Redding, California
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Nana's Chocolate Cupcakes with Mint Frosting
From the Recipe Creator:
Even though Nana is no longer with us, her treats bring me so much joy every time
I bake them. For a more indulgent version, double the frosting and pile it on high! —Chekota Hunter, Cassville, Missouri
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Creme de Menthe Truffles
From the Recipe Creator:
I found this in a box of recipe clippings and decided to give them a whirl. I'm so glad I did! The minty flavor is perfect for Christmas. —Joe Mattes, Amana, Iowa
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Hidden Mint Morsels
From the Recipe Creator:
Is it a cookie or a candy? No matter which answer folks choose, they find these minty morsels yummy. The recipe makes so much that you can whip up tons of gifts at once. —Adina Skilbred, Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin
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Contest-Winning Chocolate Mint Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
My dad sandwiches mint patties between two tender chocolate cookies to create these chewy treats. The blend of chocolate and mint is a big hit at our house. Best of all, these cookies are easy and fun to make. —Christina Burbage, Spartanburg, South Carolina
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Crunchy Chocolate Mint Balls
From the Recipe Creator:
Get a jump on the holidays by making these four-ingredient truffles and tucking them away in the freezer to save for gift-giving. Present them in mini cupcake holders for an extra-special touch. —Amanda Triff, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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Easy Mint Thins
From the Recipe Creator:
My friends often try to guess the ingredients, but I never tell them how simple they are to make. They taste just like the Girl Scout cookie, and they're perfect for Christmas and bake sales. —Jennifer Setser, Morgantown, Indiana
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Irish Creme Chocolate Trifle
From the Recipe Creator:
I was given a bottle of Irish cream liqueur as a gift and had leftover peppermint candy, so I created this delicious trifle. It's always rich and decadent. —Margaret Wilson, Sun City, California
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Mint-Filled Cookies
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I tuck a peppermint patty inside these treats for a fun surprise. The bites will melt in your mouth. —Karen Nielson, St. George, Utah
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Chocolate Peppermint Log
From the Recipe Creator:
What a great make-ahead treat! This cake log is perfect for the holidays because you can make it when you have time, store it in the freezer and scratch dessert off of your to-do list. —Brenda Sinclair, Princeton, Missouri
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Peppermint Pretzel Dippers
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend made these treats and gave them away in pretty canning jars. The combination of sweet, salty and peppermint is just right. Try dipping them in white candy coating and rolling them in crushed candy canes for variety. —Michelle Krzmarzick, Torrance, California
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Oreos and Candy Cane Chocolate Bark
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There are incredible surprises in this festive bark, including dark chocolate, candy canes and cream-filled cookies. We keep a big supply ready for gift-giving. —Robin Turner, Lake Elsinore, California
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No-Bake Minty Oreo Blossoms
From the Recipe Creator:
My blossoms take the Oreo truffle just a little further—and fancier. They're dressed up with a candy coating and a kiss of mint. —Connie Krupp, Racine, Wisconsin
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Candy Cane Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
When my college roommate first made this pie, I couldn't get enough! Using a store-bought crust helps save time when you're in the midst of the holidays. —Charlotte Stewart, Mesa, Arizona
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Chocolate-Mint Creme Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
A minty filling sandwiched between rich chocolate cookies—what’s not to love? —Gaylene Anderson, Sandy, Utah
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Marshmallow Grasshopper Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
After a hearty meal, this refreshing pie hits the spot. I always make this festive treat whenever my son comes to visit; he loves to add sweet cherries on top. Cherries or not, the chocolate and mint are definitely meant for each other. —Sally Vandermus, Rochester, Minnesota
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Minted Chocolate Torte
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family has enjoyed this remarkable layered cake for years. It's a favorite for many occasions. —Barbara Humiston, Tampa, Florida
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Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
Santa is sure to stop by your house if you leave these minty triple-chocolate peppermint cookies waiting for him. They're quick and easy for the whole family to make together. —Teresa Ralston, New Albany, Ohio
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Frozen Grasshopper Torte
From the Recipe Creator:
I first made this minty cool torte for a ladies' meeting at our church. I’m still making it, and the compliments keep coming. —Elma Penner, Oak Bluff, Manitoba
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Andes Mint Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
Transform your favorite candy into a baked treat! These Andes mint cookies are better than any after-dinner mint. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Easy Grasshopper Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
This pie has become a Christmas classic in our family. Although now, I make it throughout the year! —Melissa Sokasits, Warrenville, Illinois
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Mint Brownies
From the Recipe Creator:
One of the best things about this recipe is that these mint chocolate brownies get moister if you leave them in the refrigerator for a day or two. The problem at our house is that no one can leave them alone for that long! —Helen Baines, Elkton, Maryland
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Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These peppermint hot chocolate cookies are a variation of the cookies my mother made when I was growing up. Now my 13-year-old daughter and I bake them together. They’re always a huge hit! The taste is like rich hot chocolate baked into a scrumptious cookie. —Larry Piklor, Johnsburg, Illinois
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Heart Brownies
From the Recipe Creator:
Steal hearts this Valentine's Day with brownies that have cute frosting centers. They're simply irresistible. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Delicate Mint Thins
From the Recipe Creator:
Newly married, I needed something fancy to impress my relatives at a reunion and came up with these cookies. I got many compliments on their subtle flavor. —Kristine McDaniel, Kettering, Ohio
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Minty Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars
From the Recipe Creator:
I always looked forward to my grandma’s gooey rich cream cheese bars while I was growing up. This version includes mint, which is one of my favorite flavor add-ins. —Jill Lutz, Woodbury, Minnesota
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Chocolate Mint Dreams
From the Recipe Creator:
Since chocolate and mint is my favorite flavor combination, these dainty frosted treats are hard to resist. But I manage to save some for guests, because they make my cookie trays look so elegant. —Anne Revers, Omaha, Nebraska
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Chocolate Mint Parfaits
From the Recipe Creator:
This minty chocolate dessert tastes so light and refreshing. For fun, you can add some tempting finishing touches to the dessert parfaits. Top them with shaved chocolate, nuts or crumbled cookies. Or you can substitute vanilla or banana pudding.—Karalee Reinke, Omaha, Nebraska
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Frozen Grasshopper Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
When I first started experimenting with cream pies, this seemed like the right recipe to create for a house of chocolate lovers. I guessed right. This is more of an adult New Year's Eve pie, but some have made it for Christmas dessert—served after the kids have gone to bed! —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
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Chocolate Mint Wafers
From the Recipe Creator:
These festive cookies remind my family of after dinner mints. With my husband and our two children munching on these chocolaty treats with cool mint filling, a batch never stays around long.
—Annette Esau, Durham, Ontario
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Mocha Mint Coffee
From the Recipe Creator:
This doctored-up coffee benefits from hints of mint, cocoa and cinnamon. The marshmallows on top are a playful addition that brings out the youngster in anyone. —Mindie Hilton, Susanville, California
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Chocolate Mint Sandwich Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this recipe from my daughter years ago. I've taken these chewy filled treats—and the treasured recipe—to many cookie exchanges. —Bertha Bratt, Lynden, Washington
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Mint Brownie Cheesecake Cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Set several plates of these fuss-free brownie cheesecake bites around the house for guests to munch on as they mingle. Bursting with mint chocolate, they’ll be the talk of the party. —Janet Payne, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Mint Desserts FAQ
What flavors go well with mint?
In addition to chocolate, mint pairs well with citrus, berries, vanilla and coffee. Fresh mint has a more delicate, grassy flavor that works well in sweet or savory dishes with meat and vegetables alongside other herbs like cilantro and basil. Mint or peppermint extract is concentrated and bold, giving everything from tangy cheesecake to homemade milkshakes a cooling freshness.
Can I use fresh mint in chocolate desserts?
You can use fresh mint in chocolate desserts, but it will have a softer, more herbal flavor than mint extracts or oils. There are several surprising ways to use fresh mint in desserts, like making a mint sugar to replace granulated sugar or dipping leaves in melted chocolate, for an elegant garnish. Try steeping it in cream to make a mint-flavored ganache or whipped cream. If you find yourself reaching for it often, consider growing mint indoors so you always have a fresh bunch.
What’s the easiest mint dessert to make?
Some of the easiest mint desserts are quick no-bake desserts, like mint-chocolate bark, no-bake cookies or ice cream sandwich recipes. Most rely on everyday ingredients, like chocolate, peppermint extract, whipped cream or cookies. These desserts are simple enough to make at home and require minimal equipment and prep. If you want something even faster, use homemade mint cocoa mix for a cozy drink or spiked, warm cocktail.
