No-Bake Chocolate Mint Bars

No-Bake Chocolate Mint Bars
45 min.
25
164kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful No-Bake Chocolate Mint Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! With a rich, chocolatey base and a refreshing minty layer, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a delicious snack, or simply craving something sweet, this recipe is a fantastic choice.

What makes these bars truly special is their no-bake nature, allowing you to whip them up in just 45 minutes without the need for an oven. The combination of chocolate wafer cookie crumbs and creamy butter creates a decadent crust that serves as the perfect foundation for the luscious peppermint filling. Topped with a smooth layer of mint-flavored chocolate, each bite is a heavenly experience that balances sweetness with a hint of cool mint.

Not only are these bars a treat for the taste buds, but they also cater to a variety of occasions, making them an ideal addition to your antipasti platter, a starter for a festive meal, or a delightful snack to enjoy any time of day. With only 164 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a batch of these irresistible No-Bake Chocolate Mint Bars that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cups chocolate wafer crumbs 
  • drop drop natural food coloring green
  • tablespoon milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 10 oz semi chocolate chips ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Lightly grease 9-inch square pan with shortening or cooking spray. In 2-quart saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter and 1/4 cup of the chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly.
  2. Remove from heat. Stir in cookie crumbs until well mixed; press evenly in pan. Refrigerate until firm, about 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat 1/4 cup butter, the milk, peppermint extract, vanilla and food color with electric mixer on medium speed until well mixed. On low speed, gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Spread peppermint mixture evenly over crumb mixture. In 1-quart saucepan, melt remaining chocolate chips and 1/3 cup butter over low heat, stirring constantly; spread evenly over peppermint mixture. Refrigerate until chocolate is set, 10 to 15 minutes. For bars, cut into 5 rows by 5 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories164kcal
Protein3.2%
Fat43.73%
Carbs53.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.5
Glycemic Load
3.09
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.6973913069005%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.32kcal
8.22%
Fat:8.09g
12.45%
Saturated Fat:4.45g
27.78%
Carbohydrates:22.09g
7.36%
Net Carbohydrates:20.88g
7.59%
Sugar:16.95g
18.84%
Cholesterol:7.44mg
2.48%
Sodium:73mg
3.17%
Alcohol:0.05g
100%
Alcohol %:0.21%
100%
Caffeine:10.65mg
3.55%
Protein:1.33g
2.66%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.67%
Copper:0.18mg
9.19%
Magnesium:24.86mg
6.21%
Iron:1.08mg
6.01%
Fiber:1.21g
4.85%
Phosphorus:42.65mg
4.27%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.7%
Potassium:85.17mg
2.43%
Selenium:1.56µg
2.23%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.95%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.77%
Vitamin A:83.35IU
1.67%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.49%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.35%
Vitamin K:1.25µg
1.19%
Calcium:11.39mg
1.14%
Folate:4.3µg
1.08%