Scottish Mint Delight

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 2
Indulge in the refreshing minty flavors of Scottish Mint Delight - a delectable ice cream dessert layered with chocolate wafers and creme de menthe.
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 1/2 ounces chocolate wafers , crushed
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine , melted
1 quart chocolate ice cream , softened
1 quart vanilla ice cream , softened
creme de menthe ( to flavor )
green food coloring
crushed chocolate wafer ( optional )
crushed chocolate cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies ( optional )
crushed mint chocolate chips , pieces ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
540
Sugar
40g
Fat
36g
Scottish Mint Delight is a perfect dessert to beat the heat and relish the flavors of cool mint. The luscious dessert brings in the best of both worlds with chocolate and mint flavors. Another fantastic element of this dessert is that it’s incredibly easy to make and the recipe is customizable. So, whether you want to add an extra layer of cookie crumbs or add a significant amount of mint chocolate chips on top, this dessert can break the monotony and invoke your creativity. However, while it is a tasty treat, it is advisable to consume it in moderation if you’re maintaining your weight.

Instructions

1.Mix crushed chocolate wafers and melted butter, press onto the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish.
2.In a large bowl, blend chocolate ice cream and spread over the crust.
3.Freeze for 15 minutes.
4.Mix creme de menthe and green food coloring with vanilla ice cream, spread on the chocolate layer.
5.Freeze overnight.
6.Top with crushed chocolate wafers, cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, or mint chocolate chips before serving.
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PROS

The cool and crisp flavors of mint make it a refreshing dessert option.
Easy to make with just a few ingredients, it’s perfect for hosting.
The dish is customizable, and you can add elements of your choice on top of the dessert.

CONS

The dish is calorie-dense with high sugar and fat content in it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dessert has a few health benefits, like providing calcium and boosting your mood. The mint element can help digestion too.

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