Homemade Peppermint Patties for Christmas
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons peppermint extract
- 1 tablespoon softened unsalted butter
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips or high-quality melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (to help smooth the chocolate)
- Optional: Crushed candy canes for decoration
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and softened butter. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula to blend the ingredients until a thick, dough-like consistency forms. If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more powdered sugar until it handles like playdough.
- Turn the dough out onto a surface lightly dusted with powdered sugar. Knead it gently for about a minute until it is smooth. Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a small round cookie cutter (about 1.5 inches) to cut out circles. Re-roll the scraps and repeat until all the dough is used.
- Place the mint circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Put the tray in the freezer for at least 30 to 45 minutes. It is vital that the centers are very firm and cold before dipping, or they will melt when they hit the warm chocolate.
- While the centers are chilling, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is completely smooth and glossy. Let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly so it isn’t piping hot.
- Remove the mint centers from the freezer. Using a fork, dip each disc into the melted chocolate, tapping the fork against the side of the bowl to remove excess. Slide the patty back onto the parchment paper. If using crushed candy canes, sprinkle them on top immediately before the chocolate sets.
- Let the patties sit at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for 20 minutes until the chocolate shell is completely hardened. Once set, they are ready to be served or packaged.