Minty Mocha Delight

Name: Minty Mocha Delight
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Fresh mint leaves', 'amount': 'A handful for garnish'}; {'ingredient': 'Chocolate shavings', 'amount': '2 tablespoons for garnish'}; {'ingredient': 'Whipped cream', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Peppermint extract', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Powdered sugar', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Cream cheese', 'amount': '1 (8-ounce) package, softened'}; {'ingredient': 'Hot water', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Instant coffee', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Butter', 'amount': '1/2 cup, melted'}; {'ingredient': 'Chocolate cookies', 'amount': '2 cups, crushed'}

Embark on a culinary journey with this decadent fusion of rich mocha and cool, refreshing mint. Experience the satisfying crunch of a chocolate cookie crust, the smooth creaminess of a mocha-mint infused filling, all topped with a light cloud of whipped cream. Chocolate shavings and a sprig of fresh mint crown this masterpiece, creating a dessert that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. A delightful end to any meal, this Minty Mocha Delight is a modern twist on the classic After Eight mint chocolate.

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Fresh mint leaves (a handful for garnish)
Chocolate shavings (2 tablespoons for garnish)
Whipped cream (1 cup)
Peppermint extract (1 teaspoon)
Powdered sugar (1/2 cup)
Cream cheese (1 (8-ounce) package, softened)
Hot water (2 tablespoons)
Instant coffee (1 tablespoon)
Butter (1/2 cup, melted)
Chocolate cookies (2 cups, crushed)

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix together the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Dissolve the instant coffee in hot water in a small bowl, stirring until fully dissolved. Let it cool.
In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the cooled coffee mixture to the cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat until the ingredients are fully blended.
Spread the mocha mint filling evenly over the chilled cookie crust. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is set and firm.
Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream. Garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh mint leaves for a visually stunning presentation.
Slice the chilled pie into equal portions and serve. Enjoy!

Dietary Information

Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Chill Time: 2 hours • Calories: 375 • Fat: 25g • Carbs: 35g • Protein: 5g • Sodium: 200mg • Sugar: 22g

Minty Mocha Delight

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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