Mint Chocolate Slab Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite way to impress people without spending hours in the kitchen is this Mint Chocolate Slab Pie. It's incredibly simple to pull together in just 45 minutes total, making it perfect for unexpected guests or when you're craving something indulgent. The dark chocolate in this recipe is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little better about treating yourself. Fresh mint adds a bright, refreshing note that cuts through the richness beautifully, and honestly, the whole thing comes together so easily that even baking novices will have success.
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Ingredients
- 250butter
- 200caster sugar
- 150flour
- 50mint leaves
- 400dark chocolate
- 150heavy cream
- 2egg
- 10salt
- 5baking powder
- 100unsalted butter
- 5mint extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Tip: Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Make the shortbread crust by creaming the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy. Add the flour and mix until combined.
Tip: Press the mixture into a lined baking sheet.
- 3
Bake the shortbread crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Tip: Allow the crust to cool completely.
- 4
Make the mint chocolate slab by melting the dark chocolate and heavy cream in a double boiler. Stir in the egg, mint extract, and salt.
Tip: Add the baking powder and mix until combined.
- 5
Pour the mint chocolate mixture over the cooled shortbread crust.
Tip: Smooth the top and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 6
Cut the slab into desired sizes and serve.
Tip: Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
- 7
Store the pie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tip: Allow the pie to come to room temperature before serving.
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