LAYERED MINT CANDIES

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These incredible melt-in-your-mouth candies have the perfect amount of mint nestled between layers of mild chocolate. Even when I make a double batch for everyone to enjoy, the supply never lasts long at Christmas! -Rhonda Vauble, Sac City, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 2 pounds (about 9-1/2 dozen).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 pounds white candy coating, coarsely chopped, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
4 drops green food coloring, optional
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil. Grease foil with butter. , Microwave 1 pound candy coating and chocolate chips until smooth, stirring every 30 seconds. Spread half into prepared pan, reserving half. Microwave remaining white candy coating until melted; stir in extract and, if desired, food coloring. Stir in cream until smooth (mixture will be stiff). Spread over first layer; refrigerate until firm, about 10 minutes. Warm reserved chocolate mixture if necessary; spread over mint layer. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. , Using foil, lift candy out of pan, then remove foil. Cut into 1-in. squares. Refrigerate in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 2g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Ismail Afzal
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I can't wait to try making these candies in different flavors.


Shahnawaz Shah
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These candies are a great way to use up leftover sugar syrup.


Rafiq Sraike
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I'm not a big fan of mint, but these candies were surprisingly good.


Abubakar Marah
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These candies are the perfect addition to any candy dish. They're beautiful and delicious.


Zziwa Muhammad
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Not bad, but I've had better.


Sandesh Tmg
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These candies are so easy to make and they look so festive. I'll definitely be making them again.


Md Reshob Islam Roman
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I had a hard time finding the right consistency for the candy. It kept getting too hard or too soft.


kasis Sharma
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I've made these candies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're a great gift idea too.


Engdyee Tilahun
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These candies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


amos nyakundi
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I made these candies for a party and they were a big success. Everyone loved them!


Mars Star
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These layered mint candies were a hit! They were so easy to make and turned out beautifully. I loved the different colors and flavors.


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