Erika's "Frango" Mints

Erika's "Frango" Mints
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    9

Transport yourself to a bygone era with these delicate chocolate mints, reminiscent of the classic Frango® candies. Smooth, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate infused with refreshing mint, they are a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    5 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    25 mg
  • Sugar
    15 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. This will prevent the mints from sticking. (5 minutes)

02

Step
12 mins

Gently melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir constantly with a rubber spatula, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Continue until completely melted and smooth. (10-15 minutes)

03

Step
5 mins

In a separate bowl, cream together the sifted confectioners' sugar, egg substitute, and softened butter using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined. (5 minutes)

04

Step
3 mins

Gradually add the melted chocolate to the creamed mixture, beating on low speed until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

05

Step
2 mins

Stir in the mint and vanilla extracts until evenly distributed throughout the chocolate mixture. (2 minutes)

06

Step
13 mins

Drop the chocolate mixture by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, or for a more refined look, pipe the mixture using a pastry bag fitted with a decorative tip. (10-15 minutes)

07

Step
4 hrs

Refrigerate the baking sheet for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the mints to firm up completely. (240+ minutes)

08

Step
5 mins

Once firm, gently remove the mints from the parchment paper and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. (5 minutes)

For an extra touch of elegance, dip the chilled mints in melted white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
Experiment with different extracts, such as orange, almond, or raspberry, to create unique flavor combinations.
If the chocolate mixture becomes too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or cream to thin it out.
Ensure the butter is properly softened to avoid lumps in the final product.
Sifting the confectioners' sugar is crucial for a smooth, creamy texture.

Enoch Kirlin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Kenneth Beattyhahn

    These mints are absolutely divine! The perfect balance of chocolate and mint.

  • Annamarie Gulgowski

    I piped the chocolate into small candy papers and they looked so professional.

  • Connie Nikolaus

    Next time, I'll try adding a pinch of sea salt to enhance the chocolate flavor.

  • Jamaal Tillman

    A little tricky to work with, but totally worth the effort. My family loved them!

  • Flo Stehrtorphy

    I substituted peppermint oil for the mint extract and they were even more intense!

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