What Is Creme de menthe and How Can I Use It?
If creme de menthe has turned up in a recipe or caught your eye at the store, here's what you need to use it with confidence and how to choose it, cook it, store it, what to substitute, and 43 recipes to try it in.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 fl oz (33g)Food group
Creme de menthe is a member of the Beverages US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does creme de menthe weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 fl oz | 33 grams |
| 1 jigger 1.5 fl oz | 50 grams |
Related
Beverages
| In Chinese: | 奶酪和薄荷 | |
| British (UK) term: | Creme de menthe | |
| en français: | crème de menthe | |
| en español: | crema de menta |
Recipes using creme de menthe
There are 43 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Irish Green Crepes for St. Patrick's Day
Festive green crepes for St. Patrick's Day celebrations with delicate texture and shamrock color. Fill with sweet or savory for Irish-themed breakfast or dessert.
Fresh Garden Mint Ice Cream
Fresh garden mint ice cream made with crushed pineapple, real mint leaves steeped in sugar syrup, and a splash of creme de menthe. A cool, herby summer dessert that earns its garden name.
St. Patrick's Day Grasshopper Pie Cupcakes
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of a classic grasshopper pie in cupcake form! These delightful treats feature rich chocolate cupcakes topped with a silky mint mousse and a luscious chocolate ganache, all dressed up in festive green. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations or any occasion that calls for a minty, chocolaty dessert, these cupcakes are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Grasshopper Ice Cream Pie
Frozen grasshopper ice cream pie with a chocolate wafer crust, vanilla ice cream layer, and a fluffy mint-and-chocolate liqueur topping. Boozy retro showstopper that's made days ahead.
White Cake with Creme De Menthe & Fudge
Fluffy white cake spiked with green creme de menthe, layered with glossy hot fudge, and topped with minty whipped cream for a retro dessert that steals the show.
White Cake with Creme De Menthe & Fudge
Fluffy white cake spiked with green creme de menthe, layered with glossy hot fudge, and topped with minty whipped cream for a retro dessert that steals the show.
Mw Creme De Menthe Cake
Microwave creme de menthe bundt cake, a boxed mix cake laced with mint liqueur and a chocolate syrup swirl, cooked entirely in the microwave in just ten minutes. A retro shortcut dessert with mint-chocolate magic.
Mr. Food's Mint Cream Pie
Frozen mint cream pie with melted marshmallows, creme de menthe, and whipped cream in a chocolate cookie crust. No-bake, make-ahead, and topped with grated chocolate.
Chocolate Mint Refresher
Cold brewed coffee blended with creme de cacao, white creme de menthe, and half-and-half until frothy. A boozy iced coffee that tastes like a chocolate-mint dream. Serves 4.
Cedar Island Mint Hummer
This creamy Cedar Island Mint Hummer blends creme de menthe, creme de cacao, and vanilla ice cream into a frosty after-dinner cocktail that's ready in minutes.
Chocolate Mint Oreo Drink
A boozy blended milkshake with vanilla ice cream, crushed Oreos, creme de menthe, and creme de cacao. Five minutes, one blender, and the best adult milkshake you'll ever make.
Chocolate Mint Oreo Drink
A boozy blended milkshake with vanilla ice cream, crushed Oreos, creme de menthe, and creme de cacao. Five minutes, one blender, and the best adult milkshake you'll ever make.
Poinsettia Pie
Poinsettia pie with a chocolate wafer crust, creme de menthe chiffon filling, and decorative red and white chocolate leaves arranged like the holiday flower. A Christmas centerpiece dessert.
Creme De Menthe Squares
No-bake creme de menthe squares with a chocolate graham cracker base, minty buttercream middle, and glossy chocolate top. A classic holiday treat, chilled and sliced.
Grasshopper Marshmallow & Ice Cream Pie
This pie comes out so creamy, smooth and rich, just a slice, it's enough for you to feel the delicious flavor of this dessert!
Chocolate Mint Squares
Chocolate mint squares with fudgy pecan-studded brownie base and a creme de menthe buttercream frosting. A retro church cookbook classic with serious holiday party vibes.
Applegate Island Hummer
Blended brandy and creme de menthe cocktail with vanilla ice cream. The Applegate Island Hummer is a creamy, minty after-dinner drink ready in 2 minutes.
Ice Cream Pie
Peppermint ice cream pie with creme de menthe, semi-sweet chocolate, and crushed candy in a graham cracker crust. A frozen mint-chocolate dessert that sets in 5 hours.
Chocolate Julep Cheesecake
Chocolate julep cheesecake with bourbon, creme de menthe, and a swirled chocolate-and-cream-cheese filling on a chocolate cookie crust. A Southern-inspired dessert.
U.S. Mints
U.S. Mints are intensely fudgy mint chocolate brownies spiked with espresso and creme de menthe, then topped with a smooth mint chocolate glaze. Make-ahead chocolate-mint squares for entertaining.
Creme De Menth Brownies
Triple-layer creme de menthe brownies with a fudgy base, minty buttercream filling, and glossy chocolate chip ganache topping. A retro holiday dessert that's worth the chill time.
Creme De Menthe Truffle Cups
Creme de menthe truffle cups: bite-size chocolate candy shells piped full of minty chocolate ganache with ground almonds. A boozy, bakery-style Christmas confection made in a double boiler.
Mint Julep Syrup
Mint julep syrup concentrate made with creme de menthe, lemonade, and lime juice. Mix 1 part syrup to 5 parts water for a refreshing Southern-style drink.
Minty Chocolate Mousse
Minty chocolate mousse blends scalded half-and-half with chocolate chips, an egg, and creme de menthe in the blender. Sets in an hour for a 5-minute date-night dessert.
