Description
These No Bake Mint Chocolate Bars are a delicious layered treat featuring a chocolatey graham cracker crust, a creamy mint-flavored filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for mint chocolate lovers, these bars are easy to prepare with no baking required and chill to set in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3/4 cup shredded coconut
Filling
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cups powdered icing sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- Green food coloring (as desired)
Ganache Topping
- 2/3 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with tin foil, making sure the foil extends over the sides to help lift the bars out later.
- Make the Base Mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/3 cup cocoa powder. Microwave on high for 45 seconds, stir, then microwave for another 20–30 seconds if needed until fully melted and combined.
- Add Egg and Dry Ingredients: Let the melted mixture cool for 5 minutes. Quickly whisk in 1 egg; the mixture will thicken. Stir in 2 cups graham cracker crumbs and 3/4 cup shredded coconut until fully combined.
- Press Base into Pan: Press this mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the base layer.
- Prepare the Mint Filling: Using an electric mixer, beat 1/4 cup butter until smooth. Add 2 cups powdered icing sugar and 2 tablespoons milk and continue beating until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a little more milk or sugar if needed. Add 1 teaspoon mint extract and green food coloring to desired shade, mixing well.
- Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the mint filling over the chocolate base in the pan.
- Make the Ganache Topping: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 2/3 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate and 2 tablespoons butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals on high, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- Pour Ganache over Filling: Pour the smooth chocolate ganache over the mint filling, spreading it evenly.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 to 3 hours until completely set.
- Serve and Store: Remove from pan by lifting the foil, slice into bars, and serve. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator or freeze for up to a few months.
Notes
- Make sure to whisk in the egg quickly after cooling the chocolate mixture to prevent the egg from cooking.
- If you prefer a stronger mint flavor, add up to 1 1/2 teaspoons of mint extract.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips or chopped chocolate for the ganache for the best taste and smooth texture.
- Green food coloring is optional and can be adjusted based on your desired color intensity.
- For easier slicing, chill the bars thoroughly before cutting.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (microwaving and mixing)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake, mint chocolate bars, chocolate mint dessert, easy dessert, no bake bars, mint chocolate recipe
