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Thursday, July 2, 2009

MINT SANDWICH COOKIES

MINT SANDWICH COOKIES




1 – 16 oz can Whipped Vanilla Frosting
½ t Mint Extract
2 drops green food coloring (optional)
60 Butter Flavored Crackers
2 Cups Semisweet Chocolate Chips
1 Cup Green Candy Melts (optional)


In a large bowl, combine the frosting, extract and food coloring. Spread over half of the crackers; top with remaining crackers

Place Green candy melts in microwave safe bowl. Microwave at half power for 30 seconds. Stir thoroughly. Continue to microwave and stir at 30 second intervals or until smooth. (Add a ½ teaspoon of hydrogenated vegetable shortening if overheated)

Place chocolate chips in another microwave safe bowl. Microwave at half power for 30 seconds. Stir thoroughly. Continue to microwave and stir at 30 second intervals or until smooth. (Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil if overheated)

Dip the cookies in the green candy melts, the chocolate chips or both. Place on waxed paper until the candy/chocolate is set. Store in an airtight container.

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