Best 8 Peppermint Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our irresistible Peppermint Bars. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, featuring a rich and creamy peppermint filling nestled between two layers of a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust. Each bite offers a burst of minty freshness, perfectly balanced by the sweet and buttery crust. As you savor these delightful bars, you'll experience a sensory journey that will leave you craving more.

In addition to the classic Peppermint Bars, this versatile recipe also includes variations that cater to different preferences and dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a chocolatey twist, the Chocolate Peppermint Bars combine the minty filling with a layer of rich chocolate ganache, creating a decadent and indulgent treat. The Gluten-Free Peppermint Bars offer a delicious alternative for those with gluten sensitivities, using a gluten-free flour blend to create a crispy and flavorful crust. And for those who love the combination of peppermint and chocolate, the Peppermint Chocolate Chip Bars blend the refreshing mint filling with an abundance of chocolate chips, resulting in a delightful explosion of flavors.

Each recipe provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the baking process, ensuring that you create perfect Peppermint Bars every time. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes are designed to make the process enjoyable and rewarding. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will fill your home with the enticing aroma of peppermint and leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PEPPERMINT CHOCOLATE BARS



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I received this treasured recipe from a dear friend years ago. The frosting and topping make these thin brownies eye-catching.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
2 large eggs
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 to 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
TOPPING:
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla. Add the chocolate mixture and mix well. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture. Stir in nuts., Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 16-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, cream butter, sugar and extract until light and fluffy. Add enough cream until frosting reaches spreading consistency. Frost cooled bars. Melt chocolate and butter; drizzle over frosting. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

PEPPERMINT BARS



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An extravagant dessert of a fudgy brownie layered with peppermint frosting and a rich chocolate glaze. You'll want to include this in a holiday dessert tray or package for a cookie exchange or gift basket.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield Makes 36 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (21 ounces) fudge brownie mix
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
15 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon McCormick® Pure Peppermint Extract
12 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped
Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare brownie mix as directed on package. Spread in greased foil-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  • 2. Bake 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out almost clean. Cool in pan on wire rack.
  • 3. Meanwhile, beat confectioners' sugar, 7 tablespoons of the butter, cream and peppermint extract in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and smooth. Spread evenly over cooled brownie. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • 4. Microwave chocolate and remaining 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter in large microwave bowl on HIGH 2 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Spread over top of chilled brownie. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies, if desired. Cut into bars.

PEPPERMINT BARS



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Christmas bar cookie. Dough is similar to sugar cookie with peppermint added. Topped with melted chocolate and crushed candy canes.

Provided by Courtney Scheiderich

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
5 drops red food coloring
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup crushed peppermint candy canes, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F(175 degrees C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  • Cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg, peppermint extract, and food coloring. Add flour and salt till well blended. Stir in 2/3 cup finely crushed candy. Spread evenly into the greased pan.
  • Bake until firm, about 25 minutes.
  • After removing from oven, immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Cover with a cookie sheet for 1 minute or until melted. Spread chocolate evenly and sprinkle with 1/3 cup coarsely chopped candy. Cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 56.2 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 37 g

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARS



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Chocolate and peppermint -- a classic combination! The smooth chocolate top layer hides two more yummy layers underneath: a chocolate crust and creamy peppermint filling. You can also tint the mint layer green (or red, I suppose, for Christmas, though I think green is prettier and 'mintier.' Originally from the Colorado Cache cookbook, these bars are great for the holidays or anytime. Prep time does not include assorted chilling periods.

Provided by winkki

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 24-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup sifted flour
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 -3 tablespoons cream
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • For Layer#1:.
  • Melt chocolate and butter, stirring frequently.
  • Cream eggs and sugar; add flour and chocolate mixture.
  • Mix well and spread in 8x8 pan.
  • Bake at 350F for 20 min; turn oven off and bake 5 min more.
  • Let cool.
  • For Layer#2:.
  • Cream sugar and butter together.
  • Blend in cream and extract.
  • Spread on cooled crust layer and refrigerate until chilled.
  • For Layer#3:.
  • Melt chocolate and butter together; pour over peppermint layer.
  • Chill& cut into small squares (this is rich!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 34.7, Sodium 67.2, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 15.8, Protein 1.6

PEPPERMINT BARS FROM MCCORMICK®



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An extravagant dessert of a fudgy brownie layered with peppermint frosting and a rich chocolate glaze. You'll want to include this in a holiday dessert tray or package for a cookie exchange or gift basket.

Provided by McCormick Spice

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     McCormick®

Time 1h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (21 ounce) package fudge brownie mix
5 cups confectioners' sugar
14 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon McCormick® Pure Peppermint Extract
⅛ teaspoon Berry color from McCormick® Color from Nature™ - Food Colors
12 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped
½ cup butter
1 tablespoon Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare brownie mix as directed on package. Spread in greased foil-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out almost clean. Cool in pan on wire rack.
  • Meanwhile, for the Filling, beat confectioners' sugar, melted butter, cream, peppermint extract and Berry color in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and smooth. Spread evenly over cooled brownie. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • For the Glaze, microwave chocolate and remaining 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Spread over top of chilled brownie. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies, if desired. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 114.8 mg, Sugar 30.3 g

TOFFEE BARS WITH PEPPERMINT



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I discovered this recipe at a holiday cookie swap and it has been my favorite ever since! This is a good use for candy canes!

Provided by Cheri Lee

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg, well beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
8 ounces milk chocolate, melted
1/2 cup ground peppermint candy

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add vanilla, egg, flour and salt.
  • Stir well.
  • Spread in greased 9x13 pan.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and spread with melted chocolate.
  • Sprinkle with ground peppermint.
  • Cut immediately and enjoy!

PEPPERMINT TRUFFLE BARS



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These truffles are one of the greatest candies I have ever tasted. They will disappear as fast as you make them.-Alysha Braun, St Catharines, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon plus 3/4 cup cold butter
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
FILLING:
16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
4 eggs
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Steps:

  • Line a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with foil; grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. In a large bowl, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar and salt. Add vanilla and remaining butter; cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Pat into prepared pan. , Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large saucepan, combine the chocolate, milk and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth; set aside., In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in extract and chocolate mixture. Pour over crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Refrigerate overnight. Using foil, lift bars out of pan; cut into triangles. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PEPPERMINT OAT BARS



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Peppermint, oatmeal and chocolate chips are a terrific combination in this recipe shared by Connie Major Williams from Dexter, Michigan. The bars obviously were a hit with her brother-in-law. "The first time he tasted them, he said, 'Mmmm...can you buy these someplace?'" she recalls.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 to 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, sugar and butter. Stir in nuts (mixture will be crumbly). Set aside 3/4 cup for topping. , Press the remaining mixture into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Stir in chocolate chips and peppermint candies. , Pour over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use good quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is a good option.
  • Make sure to use unsalted butter so that the bars are not too salty.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can use the cold water test to check if the chocolate is ready. Drop a small amount of chocolate into a bowl of cold water. If it hardens immediately, the chocolate is ready.
  • To get a smooth ganache, make sure to stir it constantly as it is cooling.
  • If you want to make the bars ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

Peppermint bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these peppermint bars a try!

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