Easy Thin Mints

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Easy Thin Mints

 

These candies can be made by the kids. They are

easy to make and don't require any heating. They

make a great ending to a holiday dinner or

supper. Make a big batch because they sure do go

fast!!

 

What you need:

 

1 package (6 oz.) of semi sweet chocolate chips

3 tablespoons of butter or margarine, divided

1 cup of powdered sugar

1/8 teaspoon of peppermint extract

2-5 drops of green food coloring

3-4 teaspoons of milk

 

What you do:

 

In a 2-cup measure cup combine

chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons

of butter.

 

Microwave at high for 45 seconds

to 1 1/2 minutes, or until the chips

are soft.

 

Stir until smooth.

 

Spread in an 8 x8 inch baking dish.

 

Chill about 1 hour, or until set.

 

In a medium bowl combine the sugar,

1 tablespoon of butter, the peppermint

extract, and food coloring.

 

Beat with electric beater adding milk

as needed, until smooth and stiff

frosting consistency.

 

Spread on chilled chocolate layer.

 

Chill 3-4 hours, or until firm.

 

Cut into about 1 1/2 inch squares.

 

Store in the refrigerator, tightly

covered, no longer than a week.