Creme De Menthe Bars Recipe

Indulge in these decadent Creme De Menthe Bars! A creamy, minty dessert with a crunchy graham cracker crust, these bars are perfect for any occasion. Overnight chilling ensures perfectly crisp, clean cuts for easy serving. Get ready for a taste of pure mint chocolate heaven!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 706.6 kcal

Protein 12g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creme De Menthe Bars

1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Graham Crackers
1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended)
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup creme de menthe liqueur
Instant Vanilla Pudding
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

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How to Make Creme De Menthe Bars

Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended), and 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut to the melted chocolate mixture. Mix well to combine.
Press the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
In a separate bowl, melt 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter. Stir in 1/2 cup creme de menthe liqueur, 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix, and 2 cups powdered sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Spread the creme de menthe mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, until the topping is set.
Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the creme de menthe layer.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
Cut into small bars and enjoy! Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

149g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Creme De Menthe Bars?

Creme De Menthe Bars takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Creme De Menthe Bars?

Creme De Menthe Bars has approximately 706.6 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 83 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Creme De Menthe Bars?

The key ingredients for Creme De Menthe Bars are Butter, Cocoa, Powdered Sugar, Egg, Vanilla, Graham Crackers. See the full list with measurements above.