16 Mint Recipes That Keep Meals Bright and Bold

Mint does more than decorate a plate. It wakes up flavors, adds a cooling edge, and brings a burst of freshness that makes every bite stand out. These recipes put mint front and center, proving it can shine in desserts, savory dishes, and drinks alike.

Each one is easy to make, full of vibrant flavor, and guaranteed to make you see mint in a whole new way.

Stack of mint cookie bars on wooden boards. — Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

M&M Cookie Bars are an easy treat that the kids can help with! They can be dressed up for any season by buying a seasonal package of M&Ms. These was have green mint flavored M&M’s for St. Patrick’s Day or Christmas.
Get the Recipe: Mint M&M Cookie Bars.

Star shaped cookies topped with peppermint pieces and drizzled with chocolate. — Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

These Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Stars are the perfect festive treat to brighten up your holiday season! With a delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, these cookies are not only delicious but also easy to shape into stars, making them an ideal cutout cookie. The dough is smooth and easy to work with, ensuring that your holiday baking is both fun and hassle-free.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peppermint Cookie.

Peppermint Fudge

This peppermint swirl fudge has both white and semisweet (or milk) chocolate, is ultra creamy and has a chewy fudgy texture. So easy to make with only a few ingredients. This fudge has a refreshing peppermint flavor and bits of peppermint candies add crunch and flavor. By swirling the fudge, each piece has a unique distribution of white and dark chocolate. This peppermint fudge is perfect for gifting and including in your Christmas cookie boxes. Instructions for making on a stovetop and in the microwave included.
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Fudge.

Mint Chocolate Cupcakes

Close up of mint chocolate cupcake. — Photo credit: Strength And Sunshine.

Rich chocolate combined with sweet, minty freshness! These Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Cupcakes are vegan, allergy-free, and a perfect way to take your chocolate cupcake craving up a notch! Homemade chocolate cupcakes topped with a naturally green, minty, & dairy-free buttercream frosting with a dash of chocolate sprinkles!
Get the Recipe: Mint Chocolate Cupcakes.

Frozen Grasshopper Ice Cream Drink

Ice cream drink in a glass. — Photo credit: Art Of Natural Living.

Creamy, cool and minty, with just the right hint of booze, the Frozen Grasshopper Ice Cream Drink is a tasty cocktail or dessert drink.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Grasshopper Ice Cream Drink.

Mint Chocolate Cream Pie

Slice of mint chocolate pie. — Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

If you’re a chocolate and mint lover, get ready to meet your new favorite dessert—Chocolate Mint Pie! This pie is straight-up decadent with its rich, chocolatey filling and a cool mint whipped cream that will have ya coming back for seconds. All of this goodness is nestled in a buttery Oreo crust that’s so easy to make, you’ll be kickin’ yourself for not making it sooner!
Get the Recipe: Mint Chocolate Cream Pie.

Chocolate Mint Ice Cream With Infused Fresh Mint

A scoop of chocolate ice cream. — Photo credit: Champagne Tastes.

This chocolate mint ice cream is infused with fresh mint, and is an egg-free, extra-creamy summer treat. Inspired by Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mint Ice Cream With Infused Fresh Mint.

Andes Mint Brownies

Mint brownies close up. — Photo credit: Whisking Wolf.

Thick and fudgy Andes Mint Brownies are a from-scratch treat made with the iconic crème de menthe candies. This one-bowl recipe features a full package of Andes candies nestled between chocolaty brownie layers plus swirls of melted mints on top.
Get the Recipe: Andes Mint Brownies.

Ice Cream Bon Bons

Ice cream with chocolate in a bowl. — Photo credit: Chew Out Loud.

These Ice Cream Bon Bons are the perfect mini bite-sized ice cream treat with balls of mint chocolate chip ice cream coated in a chocolate shell! They’re super fun to make ahead and taste incredible.
Get the Recipe: Ice Cream Bon Bons.

After Eight Brownies with Fondant and Chocolate Ganache

A slice of brownie. — Photo credit: The Spelt Kitchen.

My After Eight brownies are a mint lover’s dream come true. They are filled with sweet homemade fondant peppered with mint chocolates, and topped with a gloriously rich ganache. They are adaptable, and can be made with regular or spelt flour.
Get the Recipe: After Eight Brownies with Fondant and Chocolate Ganache.

Mint Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake

Chocolate sheet cake on a plate. — Photo credit: The Soccre Mom Blog.

This chocolate mint Texas sheet cake is packed with chocolate chips, infused with mint flavor and topped with a decadent fudge ganache.
Get the Recipe: Mint Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake.

Chocolate Mint Brownies

Brownie with mint. — Photo credit: Mommy Evolution.

These Mint Brownies boast three delectable layers: a decadent brownie base, followed by a fluffy green mint layer bursting with flavor and color, all topped off with a luscious chocolate layer made from chocolate chips, butter and a touch of whipping cream.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mint Brownies.

Fudgey Mint Ice Cream Sandwiches

Three ice cram sandwiches. — Photo credit: Foodess.

This recipe for homemade ice cream sandwiches features super-fudgey, chewy cookies and mint chocolate ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Fudgey Mint Ice Cream Sandwiches.

Layered Peppermint Pie

A slice of peppermint pie. — Photo credit: Be Centsational.

Layered Peppermint Pie is the ultimate holiday dessert that will impress your guests and leave them craving more. This easy no-bake peppermint pie is a delightful treat that combines light, fluffy layers of peppermint cream, making it the perfect addition to your Christmas dessert lineup.
Get the Recipe: Layered Peppermint Pie.

Mint Chocolate Muddy Buddies Recipe

Muddy buddies with mint and chocolate. — Photo credit: Savory Experiments.

If you’re a fan of the classic combination of mint and chocolate, you’re going to love these Mint Chocolate Muddy Buddies. They have all of the crisp crunch and chocolatey flavor of classic muddy buddies with the addition of minty goodness from melted Andes mints.
Get the Recipe: Mint Chocolate Muddy Buddies Recipe.

Mint Oreo Ice Cream Pie Recipe

Ice cream pie with mint and oreo. — Photo credit: The Crafty Blog Stalker.

This easy mint Oreo ice cream pie features creamy mint filling and a crunchy Oreo crust. It’s perfect for any occasion and a dessert everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: Mint Oreo Ice Cream Pie Recipe.