Chocolate Mint Shot Food

CHOCOLATE MINT VODKA INFUSION

Steps:

• Combine vodka and cocoa beans in a sealable container and store in a warm, dry place. Agitate the mixture 2 or 3 times a day for 1 week. Six hours before serving, add the mint leaves. Strain through a coffee filter into a bottle, seal and store in your freezer.
• Serving suggestion: Serve ice cold without a garnish.

SHOT GLASS APPS: MINT CHOCOLATE PUDDING

Steps:

• Heat the milk over medium-high heat in a small saucepan until tiny bubbles form around the edge (do not boil). Remove from the heat, add the mint and let stand for 15 minutes. Strain the milk mixture through a sieve into a bowl. Discard the solids and return the milk to the pan. Stir in the sugar, cornstarch, cocoa and salt. Return the pan to medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly with a whisk until the mixture thickens.
• Put the egg yolks in a medium bowl and gradually add half of the hot milk mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Add the egg mixture to the pan and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook until thick, 1 minute. Off the heat, add the chocolate and vanilla, stirring until the chocolate melts.
• Pour the pudding into a bowl and cover the surface with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until chilled. Spoon the pudding into shot glasses and garnish with mint leaves.

CHOCOLATE MINT SHOT

Steps:

• Fill a shot glass half-full with Irish cream. Pour in chocolate liqueur to three-fourths full. Top with creme de menthe.n

MINT CHOCOLATE MARTINI

Steps:

• In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, mix ingredients together.
• Shake sharply and strain into a martini glass.
• Garnish with a mint sprig or a sugar coated mint leaf jujube.

MINT COCOA MIX

Steps:

• Combine the first five ingredients. Divide into gift bags or place in an airtight container, adding miniature marshmallows as desired. Mix may be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months., To prepare hot cocoa: Place 1/3 cup cocoa mix in a mug. Stir in hot milk until blended. Add as many marshmallows as desired.

PUDDING SHOTS (YES REALLY!)

Steps:

• Mix pudding and milk for with an electric mixer until just combined.
• Add Irish cream and vodka; mix well.
• Fold in Cool Whip.
• Put into shot glasses or small Jello shot paper cups.
• Store in freezer at least 2 hours (best overnight).
• Keep in freezer until just before serving.

MINT-CHOCOLATE LEPRECHAUN SHOTS

Steps:

• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add chocolate liqueur and peppermint schnapps. Shake vigorously for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour into glasses.
• Beat heavy cream and vanilla extract in a chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until frothy. Add confectioners' sugar gradually, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. Beat in enough food coloring to reach desired shade of green.
• Place a dollop of green whipped cream on top of each shot and garnish with shaved chocolate.

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT SNAPS

Steps:

• Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water. Line a large baking tray with baking parchment and mix the sugar with the peppermint essence. When the chocolate has melted, cool for 1 min, mix with the sugar, then pour into the tray. Spread to a very thin layer and chill until completely firm. Snap into shards to serve. Perfect as a garnish for puddings or with an after-dinner coffee.

FAVORITE MINT HOT CHOCOLATE

Steps:

• Brush both sides of mint leaves with melted chocolate. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; refrigerate until set., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and extract; beat until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until serving., In a large saucepan, heat milk and cream over medium heat just to simmering (do not boil). Remove from heat; add mint. Whisk in chocolate chips until melted; return to heat and heat through., If desired, pour hot chocolate through a strainer to remove mint leaves. Top servings with whipped cream and chocolate leaves.