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Peppermint Cream Bites

Peppermint Cream Bites are like an Oreo Cookie crossed with a peppermint patty. These delicious, easy-to-make candy bars are perfect for the holiday season!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 177 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with white filling 15 cookies
  • 3 Tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 Tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 2 teaspoons shortening
  • 2 peppermint candy canes crushed, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8x2-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over edges of pan; set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes. Cool slightly in pan on a wire rack.
  3. Meanwhile, in a food processor combine powdered sugar and softened butter. Cover and process until butter is evenly distributed. With processor running, add milk and peppermint extract through feed tube until a paste forms. Spread peppermint mixture evenly over prepared crust. Freeze for 45 minutes.
  4. In a medium microwave-safe bowl combine chopped chocolate and shortening. Microwave on 100 percent power (high) about 1 minute or until chocolate is melted, stirring once. Let chocolate cool for 15 minutes. Pour chocolate over peppermint layer, spreading evenly. Sprinkle immediately with crushed candy canes.
  5. Using the edges of the foil, lift uncut bars out of pan. Use a 1-1/2-inch round cookie cutter to cut into rounds* or use a sharp knife to cut into squares. Store in the freezer until serving time.

Notes

  • How to cut: Use a sharp knife to slice these into bite sized squares OR cut the bars into holiday shapes with a cookie cutter!
  • Keep frozen: Store peppermint cream bites in the freezer until ready to serve. They stay good for up to several weeks, so feel free to make a couple of batches at once so you can enjoy them all season long.
  • See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1piece Calories 177kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 46mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 177

% Daily Value*

Serving 1piece
Calories 177kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 46mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.