MALLOW MINT DESSERT

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This minty marshmallow whip served on a cookie crumb crust will have folks asking for seconds. "It's very light and refreshing," says Eleanor Mielke of Mitchell, South Dakota. "I like to top each serving with a dab of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

32 large marshmallows
1 cup evaporated milk
3/4 teaspoon mint extract
3 drops green food coloring
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
1-3/4 cups crushed cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, divided
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the marshmallows and milk. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes or until marshmallows are melted. Stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Stir in the mint extract and food coloring. Fold in whipped cream., In a small bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups cookie crumbs and butter. Press into a greased 11x7-in. dish. Top with marshmallow mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining cookie crumbs. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.