Triple Treat Creme de Menthe Bars

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These no-bake bars are an always present treat.

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Ingredients

  • Crust:
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbss
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Creme de Menthe Layer:
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (no substitutes), softened
  • 3 tbsp Creme de Menthe liqueur
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Chocolate Topping:
  • 1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 1/2 cup butter (no substitutes), melted
  • Red candy hearts, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Make Crust: Line a 13-by-9-inch baking pan with foil extending edges over sides. Stir together all the ingredients in a large bowl until well combined. Press into prepared pan. Chill until firm, 1 hour.

Make Creme de Menthe Layer: Meanwhile, beat together all ingredients in a large mixer bowl on medium speed until smooth. Spread evenly over crust. Chill 30 minutes or until firm.

Make Chocolate Topping: Combine chocolate chips and butter in a small bowl. Spread evenly over Creme de Menthe Layer. Refrigerate until chocolate sets, 1 hour. Lift out of pan. Peel off foil and cut into 1-inch squares. Decorate as desired.

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