16 Sweet Treats That Proves Mint's Fresh Goodness

Mint is the flavor of many different things, food and non-food, it’s the most misunderstood flavor of them all because of that… but these delicious minty recipes will make you think otherwise.

Check out these fresh recipes to prove how good mints can actually be.

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! These cookies are not only delicious but also easy to shape into stars, making them an ideal cutout cookie.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peppermint Cookie.

Mint Oreo Ice Cream Pie

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.

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.

Get the Recipe: Mint Chocolate Cream Pie.

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 layer made from chips, butter and a touch of whipping cream.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mint Brownies.

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.

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.

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!

Get the Recipe: Mint Chocolate Cupcakes.

Andes Mint Brownies

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

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.

Marshmallow Peppermint Bark

Peppermint bark with marshmallows. — Photo credit: Me Want Marshmallow.

There’s nothing quite like sipping on a mug of hot chocolate by the fire, but what if you could capture all that cozy, chocolatey goodness in a bite-sized treat? Enter Marshmallow Peppermint Bark!

Get the Recipe: Marshmallow Peppermint Bark.

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.

Mint Chocolate Muddy Buddies

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

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 .

Peppermint Fudge

This peppermint swirl fudge has both white and semisweet (or milk) chocolate, is ultra creamy and has a chewy fudgy texture. This fudge has a refreshing peppermint flavor and bits of peppermint candies add crunch and flavor.

Get the Recipe: Peppermint Fudge.

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.

Mint Christmas Cookies

Mint cookies on a wooden board. — Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

When you want a festive holiday treat, these mint Christmas cookies will hit the spot! They’re made with mint M&Ms, so the flavor and green color make it a great choice for cookie exchanges, a dessert table, or just a simple and delicious holiday snack!

Get the Recipe: Mint Christmas Cookies.

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.