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Homemade Peppermint Patties

These homemade peppermint patties are creamy, subtly sweet, and wrapped in a luscious dark chocolate coat, making them perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patty Mixture
  • 2 cups powdered sugar This is the foundation of your sweet little delights.
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder Adds a touch of chocolate magic.
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter Keeps everything creamy and dreamy.
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract The star of the show—keep it fresh and flavorful!
  • 1/4 cup milk Just enough to help everything come together.
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips For the ultimate coating that makes these peppermint patties irresistible.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the powdered sugar and cocoa powder.
  2. Add in the softened butter, peppermint extract, and milk. Stir until it forms a thick, pliable dough.
Shaping the Patties
  1. Take a tablespoon of your dough and roll it into a ball, then flatten it gently to create a patty shape. Repeat until all the dough is shaped.
Chilling
  1. Place your patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
Chocolate Preparation
  1. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in intervals of 30 seconds, stirring in between, until smooth and glossy.
Coating
  1. Remove the patties from the fridge and dip each one in the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
  2. Use a fork to lift them out, letting the excess chocolate drip off before placing them back on the parchment paper.
Setting
  1. Allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or place them back in the fridge for quicker setting.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of peppermint extract to suit your taste. If dark chocolate isn't preferred, you can use milk chocolate or white chocolate as an alternative. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.