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Irresistible St. Patrick’s Mint Chocolate Chip Frosted Loaf

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A festive and delicious mint chocolate chip loaf with creamy mint frosting, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any celebration. This easy recipe balances minty freshness with rich chocolate chips in a tender, moist loaf.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure mint extract
  • 1 cup (170 g) mini chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 cups (180 g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)
  • A few drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon mint extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and line with parchment paper if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter with granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in milk and 1 1/2 teaspoons mint extract until combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in mini chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
  8. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap pan lightly to release air bubbles.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness at 50 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool loaf in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  11. To make frosting, beat 1/4 cup softened butter with powdered sugar until fluffy. Add 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream, green food coloring if using, and 1/2 teaspoon mint extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  12. Once loaf is completely cool, spread frosting evenly on top.
  13. Slice and serve.

Notes

Use mini chocolate chips for even distribution and better melting. Cool the loaf completely before frosting to prevent melting. If frosting is too thick, add a splash of cream; if too thin, add more powdered sugar. Tent loaf with foil if browning too fast. Room temperature ingredients yield better texture.

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Keywords: St. Patrick's Day, mint chocolate chip, frosted loaf, easy dessert, festive dessert, chocolate chip loaf, mint frosting

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