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Homemade Andes Mint Chocolates

Smooth layered mint chocolates with rich dark chocolate and a creamy peppermint center, inspired by classic Andes mints.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 36 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Layers
  • 2 cups dark chocolate chips divided
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter divided
Mint Layer
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2 drops green food coloring optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Square baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt half the dark chocolate with half the butter until smooth.
  3. Spread into pan and chill 10 minutes until set.
  4. Melt semi-sweet chocolate with remaining butter and condensed milk.
  5. Stir in peppermint extract and food coloring.
  6. Spread mint layer over base and chill 15 minutes.
  7. Melt remaining dark chocolate and spread on top.
  8. Chill completely, then slice into rectangles.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for the smoothest texture and clean layers.