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Chocolate Mint patties between two crunchy pretzels. Dip in white chocolate and add sprinkles for a festive St.Patrick’s Day touch!
This is what happens when Homemade Peppermint Patties mate with Cherry Cheesecake Pretzel Bites.
The best of both recipes in one delicious bite.
So the day I was making these bites, I originally had no idea the center would be green. I planned on just using the same filling as my peppermint patties. I thought about using some green candy melts to drizzle on the white chocolate for pizzazz, but not actually making the filling green. Then I reached into my cabinet and realized I was out of peppermint extract.
So I headed off to the store, grabbed a bottle of extract, made my way down the baking aisle and stopped cold in my tracks. There, calling my name “AIMEE, AIMEE” was a packet of Duncan Hines frosting creations. Have you seen these yet? I have seen them before. I have heard they are wonderful. But I had never bought one myself. However, that changed. The flavor was “Chocolate Mint” and it was green! So my mind immediately thought, this could work by substituting the peppermint extract for a packet of this flavor mix.
Guess what? It totally worked. And it’s perfect for St.Patty’s day, don’t ya think???
Want more Green ideas? You’ve come to the right place!
Pistachio Fudge: I seriously love all fudge, but pistachio fudge is just amazing. The end.
Lime Swirled Icebox Cookies: these are great to have on hand! Just make the dough ahead of time and place in your freezer. Slice and bake!
Thin Mint Puppy Chow: mint chocolate bars and Chex make for the best copycat Thin Mints around! Add some green mint m&m’s and you have one delicious recipe to serve a crowd!
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Ingredients
- 1 jar (7oz) marshmallow cream (Fluff)
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 envelope (0.10oz) Duncan Hines Chocolate Mint frosting creations flavor mix
- 1-2 tsp milk
- 5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 pkg (16oz) vanilla Candiquik (almond bark), melted
- 1 bag Snyders pretzel Snaps (144 pretzels)
- sprinkles
Instructions
- In large mixing bowl, beat marshmallow cream with butter and chocolate mint package. Beat until fully combined (you can substitute 1 tsp peppermint extract and green food coloring if desired). Add in powdered sugar and mix on medium speed until well blended. Add milk, one teaspoon at a time, until consistency is correct. Should come together in one ball, about the consistency of play-doh.
- Using about 1 tbsp of filling, roll into balls.
- Press one ball of mint filling between two pretzel snaps, lightly. Dip end of pretzels into melted vanilla chocolate, tap excess off on side of bowl. Add sprinkles immediately and lay on parchment paper lined countertop. Repeat until all filling is used. Store at room temperature in a covered container. ENJOY!
Check out some of my friends who use Duncan Hines flavor packets:
Strawberry Shortcake Fudge from Jocelyn at Inside BruCrew Life
Icee Cupcakes from Dorothy at Crazy for Crust
Dr Suess Push Up Pops from Hayley at The Domestic Rebel
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Yum these are so cute! I have yet to try one of the frosting flavor creations. Glad to see they work so well
Elizabeth @ Confessions of a Baking Queen recently posted..OOC Brownies
They worked out great! And, since I use a lot of gelatin and pudding mixes for flavoring, i think these will substitute nicely!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
These are so cute and festive! Can’t ever go wrong with chocolate + mint, in my opinion!
Ashley recently posted..Mint Chip Crispy Rice Treats
I agree completely Ashley!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
These look insanely addicting. I bet I could eat the entire batch in one setting.
Eva @ Eva Bakes recently posted..Chocolate cupcakes with salted caramel swiss meringue buttercream
It does make 72 bites, so one sitting would be hard! But you will definitely eat your fair share!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
Fluff, frosting mix, 5 cups powdered sugar, and Candiquik…and a stick and a half of butter. They are destined to be delish!!
Averie @ Averie Cooks recently posted..Gourmet Hot Chocolate and Handmade Marshmallows Giveaway
Omgosh so cute!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) recently posted..Something Saturdays (3/2/13)
These are so cute and festive for St. Patty’s Day!
Natasha @ The Cake Merchant recently posted..Chocolate Birthday Cake: Devil’s Food Cake with Rich Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Thanks Natasha! Cute, festive and totally easy!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
Oh yes I can get behind this!
Katrina @ In Katrina’s Kitchen recently posted..PicMonkey Mondays: Using Overlays
These are gorgeous Aimee! I used that same packet for a recipe later this week. The flavor is so great!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Rainbow Cheesecake Dip
I can’t wait to see what you make!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
These are so cute and so perfect! I love them!!!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers recently posted..Mini Lime Cheesecake Bites #SundaySupper
Thanks Jennifer! My small group loved them as well
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
I love chocolate and mint together! They look very festive. I bet they would make a great classroom treat too!
Yep, perfect in a little bag with a cute tag or sticker on them!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
How cute! They look absolutely delicious.
Spencer recently posted..Twizzlers Strawberry
WOW, these look so yummy! I am going to have to try this, my kiddies would love them!
Pamela recently posted..Buttered Pretzel Bites (Whole Wheat)
Yeah, my kids love mint so these went pretty quick!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
Oh my word, Aimee! I totally fell in love with your cherry cheesecake pretzel bites, and now refreshing chocolate mint?! I die!! PS, I am super obsessed with those Frosting Creations, too! I’m stocked for life in my pantry, haha.
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..Samoas Cookies
I think I found a new product I’ll be using again soon!!! thanks Hayley!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
How cute are these; and they sound super addicting! I love anything with mint!
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts recently posted..Cheeseburger Soup #SundaySupper
Aimee! Your St Patty’s day board on Pinterest is amazing!! So many ideas are swirling through my head right now. I, of course, love the salty sweet here. I love desserts with pretzels. These are so festive! I love mint & chocolate together
sally @ sallys baking addiction recently posted..Chocolate Cupcakes with Mint Chocolate Chip Frosting.
So festive for St Patricks Day!!
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com recently posted..Coconut & Date Tea Cookies
So cute! And so festive! I could definitely snack on these right now!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious recently posted..Avocado Corn Salsa
Well come on over Chung-Ah!!! LOL.
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Pretzel Bites
Having had one of those cute little gift bags, I can say how much I loved these! They were the cutest and yummiest treat to munch on last night!!! I’m thinking we need to plan more get togethers so I can sample more things
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Carrot Cake Magic Bars
I love the time of year when things go all green and minty
These looks cute and tasty, perfect to bring to a St Patricks day party!
Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggies recently posted..Broccoli and Cheese-Stuffed Rolls
These look so good and festive. I love easy snacks that taste great and look fun! Nice!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet recently posted..Mint Chocolate Chip Pancakes
I have seen those Duncan Hines Frosting Creations. This is a very cool creation! Minty cool, in fact! I love mint, and this time of year, you need plenty of green options. This is a great option! Nice job!
marcie@flavor the moments recently posted..Greek Yogurt Pancakes with Blueberry Maple Syrup
I have another recipe coming soon with the Duncan Hines packets….they are a great addition of flavor!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork Tostadas
I haven’t heard of these frosting creations before but then again, I haven’t been on the American continent for a while now. But I love the idea of chocolate mint pretzel bites. Since seeing you cherry ones I keep an eye open for pretzels at the stores here.
Regina @ SpecialtyCakeCreations recently posted..Easy Peanut Butter Bars {No Bake}
Yep, another fabulous idea Aimee! I have to try those frosting creations! Great pic too!
I have seen the frosting creations on the shelf of the supermarket but never bothered to buy them. Now I have an excuse to! These little bites are adorable.
Nicole @ youngbrokeandhungry recently posted..T.J Maxx: A Gourmet Stocked Pantry For Less
Thanks Nicole! Give them a try, you won’t be disappointed!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork Tostadas
I have to make those to surprise the little one for her school lunch!
carrian recently posted..The BEST Potato Rolls
If this is the byproduct then I think all of your desserts should mate once and awhile! Okay, that sounded sort of creepy and/or weird sooo moving on – I love the chocolate mint frosting creations flavor – it’s so crazy how perfectly spot on they get the flavor! And I love these not only for St. Patty’s but even for Easter
yum.
Jess @ OnSugarMountain recently posted..#MuffinMonday: BLT Muffins
OMG i was totally laughing out loud reading this. Thanks for the chuckle
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork Tostadas
These are adorable! I love pretzel bites!
Ari @ Ari’s Menu recently posted..ITBS Recovery Week 6
Love these pretzel bites, Aimee! Too cute!
Robyn | Add a Pinch recently posted..Spinach Artichoke Bread Recipe
Thanks Robyn! Too easy to make too. Oh and easy to eat!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork Tostadas
Fantastic! I think I could easily eat several dozen of those!
Tonia@thegunnysack recently posted..Spring Wedding Idea: Pink Candy Buffet Table
These look adorable and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Christi recently posted..The Not So Perfect Mom Meal Plan #3
Your welcome Christi!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Brownies
ahh – that filling sounds amazing – I’ll definitely have to try these!!! Beautiful photos!
Sarah @ Miss CandiQuik recently posted..{Chow Mein} Easter Nests
Thanks Sarah, they are quite yummy!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Brownies
These look delicous; I love mint! What a fun party treat!
Mackenzie
Mackenzie recently posted..Parmesan Pizza Rollups
Thanks Mackenzie, I love mint too
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Chocolate Mint Brownies
These are so cute and tempting! Yum!
Melissa @ No. 2 Pencil recently posted..Green Smoothie
I made these last night…they were so much fun to make! So festive and delicious!
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