Chocolate Mint Surprises Recipe

Name: Chocolate Mint Surprises
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled; 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; 3 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/4 cup evaporated milk; 2 to 3 teaspoons peppermint extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, melted

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 to 3 teaspoons peppermint extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 pounds dark chocolate candy coating, melted

1
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Add melted chocolate. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture and mix well. Shape into two 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.
2
Unwrap dough and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
3
. Bake at 375u00b0 for 5-7 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.
4
For filling, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, milk and extracts until smooth. Shape into 1/2-in. balls. Place a ball in the center of each cookie; flatten. Freeze for 30 minutes.
5
Dip cookies in melted candy coating to completely cover; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Mint Surprises 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 Surprises

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