Peppermint Patties
Easy and delicious homemade peppermint patties, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
For the Patties
- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk Makes the center creamy and delicious.
- 1 ¼ teaspoons peppermint extract Use pure extract for best flavor.
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavors without overpowering the mint.
- 4 cups powdered sugar Avoid granulated sugar for a smooth dough.
- 2 cups dark melting/dipping chocolate Quality chocolate is crucial for taste.
- to taste optional sprinkles For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add half of the powdered sugar and mix on low until combined.
- Add the remaining powdered sugar little by little, mixing until a slightly sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a surface dusted with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Roll dough out to a ½-inch thickness and cut into 1 to 1 ½-inch circles.
- Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments.
- Once melted, dip each peppermint patty in the chocolate and place back on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with additional sprinkles if desired.
- Refrigerate for about 20 minutes until the chocolate is set.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Enjoy with hot cocoa or coffee.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 10mgSugar: 18g
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