These Mint Chocolates are made in minutes with just a few simple ingredients—mint chocolate chips, butter, cream, and peppermint extract. Soft, swirled, and chocolatey, they taste just like Andes Mints!
These Homemade Chocolate Mints are one of my favorite holiday treats, combining the classic flavors of mint and chocolate. Inspired by my Tiger Butter recipe, they’re a simple swirled chocolate confection—soft like fudge but thinner, so they’re easy to enjoy. They’re not overly rich, making them perfect for gift plates or a sweet snack at home. One bite of these pretty, chocolatey treats, and you’ll swear they taste just like Andes Mints!
Recipe Highlights
- Quick & Easy to Make – With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, these Mint Chocolates come together in minutes, perfect for last-minute holiday treats.
- Perfect Texture & Flavor – Soft and slightly thin, they’re easy to eat, not overly rich, and packed with the classic mint-chocolate combination that tastes just like Andes Mints.
- Beautiful Swirled Presentation – The simple chocolate swirl creates a stunning, homemade look that’s ideal for gift plates or festive dessert displays.
Chocolate Mine Candy Ingredients
Mint chocolate chips – Provide the main mint flavor and creamy chocolate base for the mints.
Butter – Adds richness, smoothness, and a shiny texture to the melted chocolate.
Heavy cream – Helps create a soft, spreadable consistency for easy swirling and cutting.
Peppermint extract – Boosts the mint flavor, making the chocolates taste more like Andes Mints.
Green food coloring (optional) – Adds a festive, visually appealing touch to the chocolates.
Semi-sweet chocolate chips – Create the contrasting chocolate swirl that adds flavor depth and visual interest.
Tips for making Chocolate Mint Squares
- Microwave in short intervals – Heating the mint chocolate chips and semi-sweet chocolate slowly prevents burning and keeps the texture smooth for easy swirling.
- Let the chocolate rest between microwaving – Allowing the chocolate to sit for a minute after each interval helps it melt evenly and prevents graininess.
- Swirl gently, don’t overmix – Dragging the semi-sweet chocolate through the mint in soft, deliberate motions creates the perfect marbled effect without blending the colors completely.
- Cut after fully setting – Chill the chocolates completely before slicing into squares to maintain clean edges and prevent sticking.
How long are these Mint Chocolate Squares good for?
These Mint Chocolates will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 2 weeks when stored in an airtight container. You can freeze them for longer storage—wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container, and they’ll keep well for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving to maintain their texture and swirl appearance.
Easy Mint Chocolates Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 oz bag mint chocolate chips
- 1 TBSP butter
- 3 TBSP heavy whipping cream
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- 2 drops green food coloring optional
- ½ cup semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a quarters baker sheet with parchment paper and set aside. (A regular sized baking sheet works just fine too!)
- Microwave the semi sweet chocolate chips for 1 minute. Let sit for 1 minute, then microwave for an additional minute. Set aside while you prepare the mint chocolate.
- Combine the mint chocolate chips, butter, and whipping cream in a small bowl. Microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds. Let sit 2 minutes in the microwave, then add an additional 30 seconds. Let sit 1 minute, then add in peppermint extract and green color. Gently stir until smooth and ingredients are well incorporated.
- Pour mint mixture out onto parchment lined tray. Spread evenly so that the entire surface is about ⅓" thick.
- Gently stir the semi sweet chocolate until smooth. Spread it in lines along the surface of the mint chocolate.
- Take a sharp, thin knife and drag it through the chocolate, so that they swirl together. Repeat this several times across the surface until you're pleased with the look. Let cool to set, then cut into 1" squares, serve & enjoy!
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Can I use regular chocolate chips instead of mint chocolate chips?
Yes, but the mint flavor will be milder—add a bit more peppermint extract to boost the taste.
A reader suggested using white chocolate chips with a bit of peppermint extract and food coloring, and it’s such a tasty twist we had to share.
Can I skip the green food coloring?
Absolutely! The mints will still taste the same; the color is purely for visual appeal.
Can I make these without a microwave?
Yes, melt the chocolates in a double boiler on the stovetop, stirring until smooth.
Can I make these ahead of time for gifts?
Yes! Store in the fridge in an airtight container until ready to package or serve.
Like this Mint chocolate recipe? Here are more treats you’ll love:
- Green Mint Chocolate Muddy Buddies are a fun, festive St. Patrick’s Day treat! Made with Chex cereal and mint M&Ms, they’re an addictive mint-chocolate snack everyone will love.
- These Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, minty, and packed with chocolate chips—basically mint chip ice cream in cookie form! Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a refreshing twist.
- Chocolate Mint Cookies are festive treats dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with holiday cheer—perfect for your cookie tray. Simple, green, and irresistibly holiday-ready!
- Made easy with our boxed cake mix hacks, you’ll love these Mint Chocolate Cupcakes! Topped with silky mint buttercream and a rich chocolate glaze, they’re a holiday treat you’ll love.
- Andes Mint Cookies are chewy chocolate treats topped with a perfectly melted Andes mint—pure chocolate-mint bliss! Easy to make and impossible to resist.
- This Mint Chocolate Poke Cake is an easy-to-make dessert! Layers of chocolate cake, hot fudge, pudding, and mint whipped cream, topped with chopped Andes mints—pure indulgence in every bite!
Easy Mint Chocolates are quick, easy, and made with just a few ingredients! Swirled, festive, and tasting just like Andes Mints—perfect for holiday treats.
Lydia @ Thrifty Frugal Mom says
This sounds so good! And I love that it’s easy too. It would be a great addition to the little cookie plates that I make for our neighbors. Thanks!
Jessica says
I agree!
Ethel says
I can’t find mint chocolate chips, could I use white chocolate chips add a bit of peppermint extract and add food color. Thanks Ethel
Nellie says
That sounds like a great way to adjust the recipe!
Pat Olsen says
Can these candies be made with dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate?
Jessica says
of course!
Ruth says
What size tray/pan works best for this recipe?
Jessica says
I like to use a quarter baker sheet- it’s about 8×12.
Eleanor Benson says
My mint chocolate chips are dark brown not white or green color. Still taste good but the color effect is gone
Lisa H says
Made 3 batches for a sweet lady’s 90th birthday. The crowd loved them and I got so many compliments. My favorites were the ones I topped with white chocolate chips. Also, very easy to make!
Nicole says
Happy to hear that you all enjoyed them
Laurie says
Mine did not turn out with light green