CHOCOLATE MINT DESSERT

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"A rich fudge layer plus crunchy nuts and coconut make this dessert perfect for when you want to serve something special without last-minute fuss," says Barb Seibenaler of Random Lake, Wisconsin. "It's easy to make the day before and freeze overnight."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, divided
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (about 10 ounces)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 quarts mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened

Steps:

  • In a skillet, melt 1/2 cup butter. Add coconut; cook and stir until golden brown. Remove from the heat. Stir in brown sugar and pecans; mix well. Set aside 1 cup. , Press remaining coconut mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. , In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the chocolate and remaining butter. Add sugar and milk. Bring to a slow boil; cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Cool; pour over coconut mixture. , Spread ice cream over top. Sprinkle with the reserved coconut mixture. Freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight. , Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. The dessert may be frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 25g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

shoaib dj
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This is one of my favorite chocolate mint desserts. It's so rich and decadent, and the mint flavor is the perfect complement to the chocolate.


Ram Sonar
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This dessert is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests. I highly recommend it!


Chukwuma Nwankwo
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I love the combination of chocolate and mint in this dessert. It's a really unique and delicious flavor combination.


Sowmik Datta
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This is a great dessert for chocolate lovers. It's rich and decadent, but it's not too heavy. The mint flavor adds a nice refreshing touch.


Ann Paul
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I've made this dessert several times, and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile dessert, and you can easily adjust the ingredients to your liking.


bryana bettencourt
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This dessert is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant enough for a special occasion, but it's also easy enough to make for a weeknight dessert.


Sarah Adikini
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I love chocolate mint desserts, and this one is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Basanta Limbu
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This was my first time making a chocolate mint dessert, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and it was easy to make. The dessert was a big hit with my family and friends.


Alma Gaitan
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I made this dessert for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I even had several people ask for the recipe. It's a really easy dessert to make, and it's so delicious.


Samie Hyper
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This chocolate mint dessert is absolutely delicious! It's the perfect balance of chocolate and mint, and the texture is smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.