Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Squares, a sumptuous dessert that perfectly blends rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint. These squares are easy to make, using simple ingredients to create a stunning treat that will impress your holiday guests. Whether you’re prepping for a gathering or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these decadent squares will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and butter until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together crushed candy canes and confectioners’ sugar.
- Fold the dry mix into the melted chocolate until well combined.
- Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg