Chocolate-Mint Bars (A Lighter Version) Recipe

Name: Chocolate-Mint Bars (A Lighter Version)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Bottom layer; 1 cup all-purpose flour (about 4 1/2 ounces); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup egg substitute; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 (16 ounce) can chocolate syrup; cooking spray; Mint layer; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 2 tablespoons nonfat milk; 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract; 2 drops green food coloring; Glaze; 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 3 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

Bottom layer
1 cup all-purpose flour (about 4 1/2 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, beaten
1 (16 ounce) can chocolate syrup
cooking spray
Mint layer
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 drops green food coloring
Glaze
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
To prepare bottom layer, lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife. Combine flour and salt; stir with a whisk. Combine granulated sugar, egg substitute, 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons water, vanilla, eggs, and chocolate syrup in a medium bowl; stir until smooth.
3
Add flour mixture to chocolate mixture, stirring until blended. Pour batter into a 13 x 9-inch baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 23 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out almost clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.
4
To prepare mint layer, combine powdered sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, and next 3 ingredients (through food coloring) in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer until smooth. Spread mint mixture over cooled cake.
5
To prepare the glaze, combine the chocolate chips and 3 tablespoons butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH 1 minute or until melted, stirring after 30 seconds. Let stand 2 minutes. Spread chocolate mixture evenly over top. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Cut into 20 pieces.

1247

kcal

Calories

Fat

169

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Bottom layer, 1 cup all-purpose flour (about 4 1/2 ounces), 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate-Mint Bars (A Lighter Version) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chocolate-Mint Bars (A Lighter Version)

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