Chocolate Mint Melt-Aways Recipe

Name: Chocolate Mint Melt-Aways
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter unsalted, room temp; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon mint extract; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons powdered sugar; 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 9 ounces white chocolate; 1/4 teaspoon mint extract; 9 ounces chocolate, bittersweet; 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening

Servings: persons

1 cup butter unsalted, room temp
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon mint extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons powdered sugar
2 cups flour, all-purpose
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
9 ounces white chocolate
1/4 teaspoon mint extract
9 ounces chocolate, bittersweet
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening

1
Cookies:
2
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
3
Butter 2 large heavy baking sheets.
4
Using mixer, cream butter, sugar and extracts until light.
5
Beat in half of the flour.
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Stir in remaining flour.
7
Spoon half of dough into a pastry bag fitted with #4 star tip, or cookie press.
8
Either pipe 2 1/2 inch ovals with solid centers or press into desired shape, spacing cookies 1/2 inches apart.
9
Repeat with remaining dough.
10
Bake until golden brown on edges, about 12 minutes.
11
Transfer to paper towels and cool.
12
Ganache:
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Bring cream and butter to simmer in heavy small saucepan.
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Add chocolate and stir until smooth.
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Mix in extract.
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Refrigerate just until firm enough to spread, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
17
Line 2 cookie sheets with foil or parchment paper.
18
Using a small spatula spread 1 teaspooon of ganache over flat side of cookie.
19
Arrange ganache side up on cookie sheets.
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Refrigerate until firm.
21
Coating:
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Melt chocolate and shortning together over double boiler until smooth.
23
Remove from water.
24
Grasping cookie by the edges, dip bottom of cookie into chocolate, place on cookie sheet chocolate side down.
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Repeat with remaining cookies.
26
Chill until chocolate sets.

1507

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter unsalted, room temp, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon mint extract, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Mint Melt-Aways 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.

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Chocolate Mint Melt-Aways

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Variations & substitutions

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