Chocolate Mint Layer Cookies

Ingredients

Cookies Layer

• 2 (1 ounce)  unsweetened chocolate squares
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup flour, sifted
• 2 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Mint Filling

• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream or evaporated milk
• green food coloring

Glaze

• 3 ounces German sweet chocolate
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1/2 inch piece paraffin wax

Directions

1. 1

   Cookies Layer:.

2. 2

   Melt butter and chocolate over low heat. Mix flour & sugar. Add to chocolate mixture. Add eggs & vanilla. Pour into greased 9x9x2 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Cool.

3. 3

   Mint Filling:.

4. 4

   Combine ingredients and beat until smooth. Spread over cookie layer. Chill until firm.

5. 5

   Glaze:.

6. 6

   Melt ingredients. Spread over cookies. Cut into 1 inch squares.