Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade peppermint patties, where a crisp chocolate shell envelops a cool and creamy mint filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, cocoa powder, sweetened condensed milk, softened butter, and peppermint extract. Mix until smooth.
- Scoop out one tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls; flatten each ball into disks about 1/4 inch thick on parchment paper.
- Chill the disks in the freezer for approximately 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Dip each chilled patty into the melted chocolate using two forks or a slotted spoon; allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing back on parchment paper.
- Let the coated patties sit at room temperature until chocolate hardens.
Notes
- Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Irresistible Peppermint Patties