Description
These homemade peppermint patties are a nostalgic treat with a bright mint filling encased in glossy dark chocolate, perfect for gifting or after-dinner enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 10 ounces dark chocolate (60–70% cacao), chopped or chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat together powdered sugar, butter, peppermint extract, and cream until a smooth dough forms. Adjust consistency as needed.
- Roll filling into small balls (1 inch), then flatten into discs.
- Place discs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15–20 minutes until firm.
- Melt dark chocolate with coconut oil in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each peppermint disc into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, then return to the parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate until chocolate is fully set, about 15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge, allowing to sit at room temperature before serving.
Notes
Keep chocolate coated patties shiny by melting chocolate gently and working in a cool environment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: peppermint, candy, dessert, homemade, chocolates