Fluffy Mint Dessert
Indulge in the refreshing decadence of Fluffy Mint Dessert, a no-bake treat that combines creamy textures and minty freshness with a hint of chocolatey crunch. This easy-to-make recipe features layers of luscious mint-infused cream—flavored with a touch of mint extract and vividly tinted with green food coloring—paired with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and sprinkles of mini chocolate chips. Whipped to airy perfection with smooth cream cheese and heavy whipping cream, this dessert offers a heavenly melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or any time you crave a light yet indulgent treat, this make-ahead recipe saves you time with just 25 minutes of prep. Serve in elegant trifle dishes or single-serve cups, and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint for a delightful finishing touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons mint extract
- 3 drops green food coloring
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
- 0.5 cups mini chocolate chips
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar. Use a hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed to whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Add the mint extract and green food coloring to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until the color is evenly distributed.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Mix until fully incorporated but do not overmix to maintain the fluffiness.
In individual serving cups or a large trifle dish, layer the dessert. First, add a layer of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, then spoon over a layer of the mint cream mixture.
Repeat the layering process until the dish or cups are filled, ending with the mint cream layer on top.
Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the top layer as a garnish.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Before serving, optionally place a fresh mint leaf on each serving for a decorative touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4065 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 286.6 g | 367% | |
| Saturated Fat | 162.8 g | 814% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 731 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 1437 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.8 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 269.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 537 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
