Shelly's Recipe

MINT CREAM DESSERT

Category: Desserts

3/4 cup butter, divided
1 (16 oz) pkg chocolate cream-filled sandwich cookies, crushed
8 cups mint chocolate chip ice cream, softened
1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 cup confectioners sugar
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 (16 oz) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed
Chocolate syrup and red and green sprinkles, optional

In a microwave, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in cookie crumbs. Press into a 13x9 inch dish. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm. Spread ice cream over crust; return to the freezer until firm.

In a large saucepan, combine chocolate chips, confectioners sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Cool to room temperature. When cool, spread over ice cream; return to freezer until firm.

Spread whipped topping over ice cream (dish will be full). Cover and freeze for until firm or overnight. Remove from the freezer 15-20 minutes before serving. If desired, drizzle with chocolate syrup and top with sprinkles.