Mint Chocolate Lasagna
Mint Chocolate Lasagna is a visually stunning dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the refreshing essence of mint.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish
- Food Processor
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 package Chocolate Cookies Use chocolate wafer cookies or similar varieties.
- 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Intensifies the chocolate flavor.
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cream cheese mixture.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
- 8 oz Whipped Topping Adds lightness to the filling.
- 1 teaspoon Mint Extract Imparts fresh mint flavor.
- 1/2 cup Milk Helps create a smooth filling.
Chocolate Syrup
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Syrup Drizzle between layers.
Garnish
- Chocolate Shavings or Chips For garnish.
Instructions
- Start by crushing the chocolate cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin.
- Mix the crushed cookies with unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and pour it over the cookie mixture. Stir until well-coated.
- Press the chocolate cookie mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even layer.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the mint extract and milk to the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
- Spread half of the cream cheese filling evenly over the chocolate cookie crust.
- Drizzle half of the chocolate syrup over the cream cheese layer.
- Add another layer of the remaining chocolate cookie crumbs, followed by the rest of the cream cheese filling and more chocolate syrup.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings or chips, cut into squares, and serve chilled.
Notes
This dessert can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.