Chocolate Mint Squares

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Chocolate Mint Squares

First Layer:
2 (1-ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

In the top of a double boiler over hot water, melt chocolate and butter. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add eggs and sugar; stir until well blended. Mix in flour until well blended. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and bake 20 minutes. Turn oven off and leave in oven for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

Second Layer:
1 1/2 cups powdered (confectioners) sugar
3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 to 2 drops green food coloring (optional)

In a large bow, cream powdered sugar, butter, and cream until light and fluffy. Blend in peppermint extract and food coloring. Spread on top of first layer. Refrigerate until chilled.

Third Layer:
3 (1-ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
3 tablespoons butter

In a small, heavy saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate and butter; spread chocolate mixture onto top of second layer. Refrigerate until chilled. Cut into small squares and remove from pan.

Yields 2 dozen squares.