Description
Indulgent homemade peppermint patties bring refreshing minty coolness to chocolate lovers’ dessert dreams. Rich dark chocolate enrobes creamy peppermint centers, creating an irresistible treat you cannot resist savoring.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Filling:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Base Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside for later use in chilling and storing the patties.
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, and salt, whisking until a smooth, uniform paste forms.
- Add softened butter and water to the mixture, kneading gently until the filling becomes pliable and can hold its shape.
- Roll the filling into small, uniform balls approximately 1 inch in diameter, then gently flatten each into a disk shape using the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.
- Place the peppermint disks on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up and maintain their structure.
- Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until completely smooth and glossy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Remove chilled peppermint disks from refrigerator and carefully dip each into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage using a fork or dipping tool.
- Tap off excess chocolate and return coated patties to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for an additional 15 minutes or until chocolate coating has fully hardened.
- Store finished peppermint patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Chill the filling thoroughly before shaping to prevent sticky, messy handling and ensure clean, uniform patties.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a rich, intense flavor that complements the peppermint’s coolness.
- Experiment with alternative extracts like orange or almond for unique flavor variations that add personal flair to the classic recipe.
- For gluten-free and dairy-free options, swap butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg