Indulge your sweet cravings with our delightful Chocolate Mint Sticks, a classic confection that combines the refreshing taste of mint with the richness of chocolate. These homemade treats are not only a joy to make but also a perfect gift for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these minty wonders right in your kitchen. Discover the secrets behind this timeless candy and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tingling.
**Chocolate Mint Sticks Recipes Included:**
- **Classic Chocolate Mint Sticks**: Experience the traditional magic of Chocolate Mint Sticks with this foolproof recipe. Using a combination of sugar, corn syrup, water, peppermint extract, and semisweet chocolate, you'll create smooth, creamy, and minty candy sticks that are sure to impress.
- **Vegan Chocolate Mint Sticks**: Delight in a guilt-free indulgence with our Vegan Chocolate Mint Sticks. This plant-based version uses coconut sugar, brown rice syrup, and vegan chocolate to deliver the same minty satisfaction without compromising your dietary choices.
- **Candy Thermometer Chocolate Mint Sticks**: Elevate your candy-making skills with this precise method. Employing a candy thermometer, you'll achieve the perfect temperature for your sugar syrup, ensuring a flawless candy texture and consistency.
- **Microwave Chocolate Mint Sticks**: Embrace convenience with our Microwave Chocolate Mint Sticks. This time-saving technique utilizes the power of your microwave to create a scrumptious batch of mint sticks without the hassle of stovetop cooking.
- **Chocolate Mint Sticks with Sprinkles**: Add a touch of whimsy and color to your Chocolate Mint Sticks with this fun variation. Incorporate vibrant sprinkles into the melted chocolate, creating a festive and playful candy that will delight both kids and adults alike.
CHOCOLATE MINT STICKS
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350℉ (180℃). Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan. With an electric mixer, cream the butter, granulated sugar, eggs and vanilla until light, 2 minutes. Add the chocolate and mix well. Stop the mixer and fold in the flour then the nuts. Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake just until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 minutes. Cool completely. For the filling, mix all ingredients until smooth. Spread in an even layer over the cooled brownies. For the glaze: Melt chocolate with butter; mix well. Pour over filling and gently tilt pan so glaze covers the entire surface. Refrigerate until glaze is set; cut into squares or sticks.
Nutrition Facts :
CHOCOLATE MINT COOKIES
Of all my cookie recipes, these are my family's favorites. When they're given a choice between them and store-bought mint cookies, these win hands down.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield about 9 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small heavy saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar and water; cook over low heat until butter is melted. Remove from the heat; stir in chips until melted. , Transfer to a large bowl; cool for 10 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the chocolate mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until surface cracks. Remove to wire racks. Immediately place half of a mint candy on each cookie. Let stand until candy begins to melt; spread with a knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHOCOLATE MINT STICKS
Make and share this Chocolate Mint Sticks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vnut-Beyond Redempt
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 30m
Yield 40 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Grease a 9 inch square baking pan.
- Beat eggs.
- Add melted butter and sugar.
- Beat well.
- Add melted chocolate and peppermint.
- Beat.
- Add flour and nuts.
- Mix well.
- Pour ingredients into prepared pan and bake 25-30 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and set on trivet or rack to cool.
- Prepare filling.
- In small bowl, thoroughly blend butter and cream.
- Add sugar and peppermint.
- Mix well.
- Spread evenly over cooled baked layer.
- Prepare frosting.
- Melt chocolate and butter together in small pan over low heat.
- When filling is completely firm, spread frosting mixture on top.
- Refrigerate until chocolate is firm.
- Cut into 3/4 by 2 1/4 inch strips.
CHOCOLATE STICKS
Another recipe from oetker Baking is Fun I love this book and I have to finish recording the recipes before returning the book its owner.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Dessert
Time 1h27m
Yield 100 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 F
- Grease a baking sheet.
- Blend the four, nuts and grated chocolate together on a pastry board.
- Make a well in the centre.
- Add sugar, vanilla sugar and egg to the well.
- Mix a littel to the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
- Cut the cold butter into small pieces over the flour mixture.
- Work together all the ingredients quickly to make a smooth dough.
- Chill for 1/2 hour.
- Shape the dough into rolls about the thickness of a finger.
- Cut the rolls into 5 cm (2") pieces.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12 to 18 minutes or until light golden brown.
- Cool cookies.
- Glaze:.
- Melt the chocolate and butter in the top half of a double boiler, stirring until well blended and smooth.
- Dip the ends of the cooled cookies int the chocolate.
- Allow dipped cookies to cool on waxed paper until the chocolate has set.
CHOCOLATE MINT COOKIES I
This is a melt in your mouth chocolate cookie that has a chocolate mint frosting. It's delicious and it's easy!
Provided by Susan Black
Categories Desserts Cookies Chocolate Cookie Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pan over low heat, cook butter, sugar and water until butter is melted. Add chocolate chips and stir until partially melted. Remove from heat and continue to stir until chocolate is completely melted. Pour into a large bowl and let stand 10 minutes to cool off slightly.
- At high speed, beat in eggs, one at a time into chocolate mixture. Reduce speed to low and add dry ingredients, beating until blended. Chill dough about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Roll dough into balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake 8-10 minutes. While cookies are baking unwrap mints and divide each in half. When cookies are brought out of the oven, put 1/2 mint on top of each cookie. Let the mint sit for up to 5 minutes until melted, then spread the mint on top of the cookie. Eat and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.3 calories, Carbohydrate 55.6 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 222 mg, Sugar 39 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sticks.
- Be careful not to overcook the sugar mixture. It should reach a temperature of 300 degrees Fahrenheit (149 degrees Celsius). If you cook it too long, it will become too thick and difficult to spread.
- Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly before spreading it on the wax paper. This will help to prevent the chocolate from cracking.
- Be patient when cutting the sticks. If you cut them too soon, they will be crumbly. Let them chill for at least 2 hours before cutting.
- Store the sticks in a cool, dry place. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Chocolate mint sticks are a delicious and easy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, holidays, or any other special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these tasty treats in the comfort of your own home.
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