Description
A nostalgic dessert combining rich chocolate and refreshing mint, perfect for festive gatherings and family traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 100g unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the chopped fresh mint leaves (or peppermint oil) once the chocolate mixture is smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4 minutes).
- Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, and sift in the flour, folding until no flour streaks remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Top with a mint-infused frosting or dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy with a sprig of mint or vanilla ice cream!
Notes
For a dairy-free option, replace unsalted butter with coconut oil. Ensure fresh mint is used for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: mint chocolate, dessert, holiday treats, family recipe, baking
