Best 4 After Dinner Mint Icing Recipes

Indulge in a refreshing and delectable treat with our collection of After Dinner Mint Icing recipes. These icings, inspired by the classic after-dinner mint, offer a burst of minty flavor that perfectly complements a variety of desserts. From the simplicity of a basic mint icing to the richness of a chocolate mint ganache, our recipes cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. Discover the perfect icing to elevate your cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more, transforming them into irresistible after-dinner delights.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

AFTER DINNER MINT ICING

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I came up with this recipe by accident when some mint icing I made tasted too "toothpastey". Add some unsweetened chocolate, and hey presto, you've got a delicious after dinner mint taste that goes well with any chocolate based cake! Mmmm...

Provided by Claire LaBerge

Categories Cakes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 c butter or margarine (softened)
4 c confectioners' sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1 tsp mint extract
4 Tbsp milk or cream

Steps:

1. Melt chocolate in microwave at a medium heat, stirring every 30 seconds until almost melted. It will continue to melt after being removed from the microwave, so don't overcook it. Leave that to cool for 5 minutes.
2. Beat butter/margarine with, 2 cups of confectioners sugar until fluffy. Add salt, mint extract, milk/cream, melted chocolate, and the remaining 2 cups of sugar; and beat on high speed until well blended.
3. This should give you a perfect piping consistency. Add more or less milk/cream to meet your particular cake decorating needs.

MINT FROSTING

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Share this kitchen-tested recipe from the Betty Crocker Kitchens with someone you love.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon mint extract
2 drops green food color, if desired

Steps:

Beat powdered sugar and butter in small bowl on low speed of electric mixer until smooth. Beat in milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until spreadable. Beat in extract and food color.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

HOMEMADE BUTTER MINTS

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Butter mints are smooth and creamy after-dinner mints. They are easy to make at home and require just a few simple ingredients.

Provided by Elizabeth LaBau

Categories Dessert Candy

Time 1h

Yield 180

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter (room temperature)
4 cups confectioners' sugar (plus more for dusting)
1 tablespoon cream (or milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
Food coloring, optional

Steps:

Taste the candy and add more mint extract if desired; different brands have different strengths, and it's better to start with less flavoring and add more if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 15 Butter Mints (180 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

AFTER DINNER MINTS

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This has been a tradition in my family for three generations to make huge batches of these every christmas and give them out to family friends and workmates. EVERYBODY loves these they melt in your mouth and taste divine. you will have everybody raving about them. And the best thing about them is how simple they are to make. Can be easily doubled, trebled..

Provided by kiwileese

Categories Candy

Time 1h

Yield 50 chocolates approx

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

55 g butter
55 g cream cheese
500 g icing sugar
3 teaspoons peppermint extract
150 g baking chocolate

Steps:

Soften the butter,
Blend in cream cheese, icing sugar and peppermint essence.
Roll into small balls, press flat with the palm of your hand.
Place in the freezer until firm and then coat with melted chocolate.
Store in freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.6, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 10.4, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 0.5

Tips:

Use a food processor to make the icing in 30 seconds or less.
If you don't have a food processor, you can make the icing by hand. Just be sure to cream the butter and shortening together until they are light and fluffy.
Adjust the consistency of the icing by adding more or less milk. If you want a thicker icing, add less milk. If you want a thinner icing, add more milk.
Stir in your favorite food coloring to make the icing any color you want. .
To make chocolate mint icing, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the icing.
To make candy cane icing, add 1/4 cup of crushed candy canes to the icing.
To make Andes Mint icing, add 1/4 cup of chopped Andes Mints to the icing.
To make peppermint extract icing, add 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the icing.
Store the icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

After-dinner mint icing is a delicious and versatile icing that can be used to frost cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a sweet and minty treat, try making after-dinner mint icing. You won't be disappointed!