Description
Homemade peppermint patties bring cool minty magic to dessert lovers’ dreams. Creamy chocolate and refreshing mint combine in these simple yet elegant treats that will delight your sweet tooth with classic flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups confectioners sugar
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 pound chocolate almond bark
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1.5 teaspoons peppermint extract
Optional Topping:
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet and clear freezer space for the patties.
- Mix sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract in a spacious mixing bowl until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate confectioners’ sugar using an electric mixer, creating a firm, cohesive dough that doesn’t stick to your hands.
- Carefully shape the dough into uniform small balls, then gently press each one into thin, circular discs on the prepared tray.
- Place the tray in the freezer for approximately 60 minutes to ensure the patties become completely firm and chilled.
- Melt chocolate almond bark in the microwave, using 30-second intervals and stirring between each heating cycle until the chocolate reaches a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Remove the frozen patties from the freezer and carefully dip each disc into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing back on the tray.
- Optional: Sprinkle decorative elements over the chocolate-coated patties while the coating is still wet.
- Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature, which typically takes 15-20 minutes, before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Chill the patties thoroughly before dipping to prevent chocolate from melting and ensure a smooth, even coating.
- Use high-quality peppermint extract for a more intense, authentic mint flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- For a dairy-free version, swap sweetened condensed milk with coconut cream and use dairy-free chocolate alternative, making the recipe accessible to more dietary needs.
- Create flavor variations by adding a drop of orange or almond extract to the filling for a unique twist on the classic peppermint patty.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg