🍫🌿 Ritz Cracker Thin Mints — Crispy, Chocolatey and Ridiculously Easy!
These Ritz Cracker Thin Mints are one of the easiest no-bake treats you can make when you want something chocolatey, minty, crisp, and totally addictive.
Buttery Ritz crackers are dipped in smooth chocolate flavored with peppermint, then chilled until the coating becomes firm and snappy.
They taste like a fun homemade cross between a chocolate-covered cracker and a classic mint cookie.
Perfect for holiday trays, cookie exchanges, parties, gift boxes, or a quick sweet treat.
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: 20–30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: About 45 minutes
🍪 Yield: About 30 cookies
Ingredients
- 30 Ritz crackers
- 12 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Crushed peppermint candy, optional
- Chocolate drizzle, optional
Instructions
1. Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
Arrange the crackers nearby so everything is ready once the chocolate melts.
2. Melt the Chocolate
Place the chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
Do not overheat.
3. Add Peppermint
Stir in the peppermint extract.
Start with ½ teaspoon because peppermint can become overpowering quickly.
4. Dip the Crackers
Using a fork, dip one Ritz cracker into the melted chocolate.
Turn until fully coated.
Lift it out and gently tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
5. Transfer
Place the coated cracker onto the lined baking sheet.
Repeat with all remaining crackers.
6. Add Optional Toppings
Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with:
- Crushed peppermint candy
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Sea salt
- Cookie crumbs
7. Chill
Refrigerate for approximately 20–30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
Tips
✅ Use good-quality chocolate.
✅ Do not add too much peppermint extract.
✅ Let excess chocolate drip off for a thinner coating.
✅ Keep the finished cookies cool so the coating stays firm.
White Chocolate Version
Use white melting chocolate and peppermint extract.
Drizzle with dark chocolate.
Double Chocolate Version
Dip in dark chocolate and drizzle with milk chocolate.
Holiday Version
Add crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 1 week.
Refrigerate if your kitchen is warm.
Freezing
Freeze in layers separated by parchment paper for up to 1 month.
📌 Save this easy no-bake treat for holidays, parties, or chocolate cravings.
👇 Would you make yours classic mint, white chocolate, or candy-cane topped?
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