Recipes for Mints Mint Candy

Safe ways to use mints mint candy past its expiration date

Mint Chocolate Smoothie

Mint Chocolate Smoothie

A refreshing and nutritious smoothie that incorporates expired mint candies for a burst of minty goodness. The mints are safe to consume even after their expiration date.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup mint candies (expired but still safe to consume)
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Place all the ingredients in a blender.
  2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more honey.
  4. Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Mint Candy Parfait

Mint Candy Parfait

A delightful and creamy dessert that repurposes slightly expired mints into a refreshing and indulgent treat.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • Mints Mint Candy
  • whipped cream
  • crushed cookies
  • fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. 1. In a glass or serving dish, layer crushed cookies at the bottom.
  2. 2. Add a dollop of whipped cream on top of the cookies.
  3. 3. Sprinkle crushed Mints Mint Candy over the whipped cream.
  4. 4. Repeat the layers until the glass or dish is filled.
  5. 5. Finish with a final layer of whipped cream and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
  6. 6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Mint Chocolate Brownies

Mint Chocolate Brownies

A delicious and fudgy brownie recipe that uses expired mints to add a refreshing minty flavor. The mints are safe to consume even after their expiration date.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mint candies (expired but still safe to consume), chopped
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the sugar and stir until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped mint candies and chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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