Description
Indulge in the delightful harmony of rich dark chocolate and refreshing mint with this easy-to-make mint chocolate dessert. Perfect for any occasion, this creamy treat is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. With visually stunning layers and a flavor profile that balances sweetness and refreshment, this dessert will be the star of your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth; let cool slightly.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream with fresh mint leaves until steaming (do not boil). Strain and discard mint leaves.
- Whisk together melted chocolate and granulated sugar in a bowl. Add softened butter and vanilla extract.
- Slowly stir in the infused cream until well combined.
- Pour into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg