Recipe Details

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
40
Yield:
80 cookies

Ingredients

  • 1poundsemi sweet chocolate, broken into small pieces

  • 80buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®)

  • ½teaspoonpeppermint extract

Cooking Directions

  1. Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just barely simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, until chocolate is melted, 15 to 20 minutes. Do not get any water into the chocolate.

  2. While the chocolate is melting, line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set in the freezer to chill.

  3. Remove melted chocolate from the stove and stir in peppermint extract.

  4. Dip crackers into melted chocolate and then place on the cold, prepared baking sheets. Set the baking sheets in the refrigerator until chocolate sets, about 5 minutes.

  5. Package cookies in candy cups if desired. Store at room temperature or in a cool, dry place away from any odors.

    Cook’s Note:

    You can also use bittersweet chocolate instead of semi sweet.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe40
Calories100
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
6g
7%
Saturated Fat
3g
14%
Cholesterol
1mg
0%
Sodium
65mg
3%
Total Carbohydrate
11g
4%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Total Sugars
6g
Protein
1g
2%
Calcium
5mg
0%
Iron
0mg
2%
Potassium
44mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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