Indulge your sweet tooth with these easy homemade Mint Chocolate Chips, a delightful combination of rich semi-sweet chocolate and creamy white chocolate infused with refreshing mint extract. Perfect for baking or snacking, this recipe showcases a gorgeous green swirl, achieved by mixing food coloring into the mint layer and creating a marble effect with a toothpick. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples like powdered sugar and a pinch of salt, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are ready to elevate your desserts in no time. Whether you're topping ice cream, upgrading cookies, or savoring them straight from the jar, these mint chocolate chips deliver the perfect balance of sweet chocolate and cool minty freshness.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and fully melted. Be careful to avoid burning.
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate using the same 30-second interval method, stirring until smooth.
Mix the mint extract and green food coloring into the melted white chocolate until the color is evenly distributed.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and a pinch of salt to the green-colored white chocolate. Stir thoroughly to create a slightly thick consistency. This will serve as the mint layer.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, drop tiny dollops of the green mint mixture onto the melted semi-sweet chocolate, leaving some space between each dollop.
Using a toothpick, swirl the green mint mixture slightly into the chocolate base, creating a marble effect for a fun design.
Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes or until the chocolate has fully hardened.
Once set, break or cut the chocolate into small chip-sized pieces. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Use the mint chocolate chips for baking cookies, as toppings for ice cream, or as a refreshing snack on their own.
Serving size | 319.8 grams (319.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1541 |
Total Fat 85.80g | 110% |
Saturated Fat 53.00g | 265% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 18mg | 6% |
Sodium 211mg | 9% |
Total Carbohydrate 209.80g | 76% |
Dietary Fiber 13.30g | 48% |
Total Sugars 181.00g | |
Protein 16.90g | 34% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 179mg | 14% |
Iron 5mg | 29% |
Potassium 179mg | 4% |
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