MINTY CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE BARS

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I always looked forward to my grandma's gooey bars when I was growing up. This chocolate version includes mint, which is one of my favorite flavor add-ins. -Jill Lutz, Baldwin, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, room temperature, divided use
1 package (10 ounces) Andes creme de menthe baking chips, divided
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cake mix, butter, extracts and 2 eggs until blended. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup baking chips., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Add remaining eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour over chocolate layer, spreading evenly; sprinkle with remaining baking chips., Bake 30-35 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Scott Flom
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These bars are so good, I could eat them every day.


Sean Batson
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and minty.


Mohamen Jan
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These bars are the perfect dessert for a summer party. They're light and refreshing.


Triza Mmbone
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I love that these bars can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for parties or potlucks.


Ruth Thomas
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover cream cheese.


mahdiyyah mahomed
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These bars are now my go-to dessert.


Damian Vanjaarsveld
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These bars are so good, I could eat them every day.


shikarchi salarzai
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I'm not usually a fan of cream cheese bars, but these ones are amazing. The mint flavor is really refreshing.


Rinji Joshua
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and minty. I love the way the chocolate chips melt in my mouth.


Syedayyan Shah
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I've tried other minty chocolate cream cheese bar recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Terry Deaton
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These bars are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it.


gamer boy pro
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


SheikMuhammad Rehan
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These bars are perfect for any occasion. I've served them at parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack at home.


illohminati
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I love the combination of mint and chocolate in these bars. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Abdul Qadir Dayo
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These bars are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Gabriel Kesh
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The recipe was easy to follow and the bars turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making them again.


OFFICIAL MAHIN
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Fasil Khan
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These cream cheese bars were a hit with my family! The minty chocolate flavor was refreshing and delicious, and the crust was perfectly crumbly.