Description
Cool mint meets rich chocolate in these homemade peppermint patties, a delightful treat that combines creamy filling with smooth chocolate coating. Holiday dessert lovers will savor each refreshing bite of this classic confection that brings pure pleasure to the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups (300 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups (255 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter
Dairy and Cream Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heavy cream
Flavor and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 ½ teaspoons peppermint extract
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Create a silky peppermint filling by blending powdered sugar, softened butter, peppermint extract, and milk until a uniform, pliable consistency forms. Adjust texture with additional powdered sugar if mixture feels overly sticky.
- Portion the dough into small round segments, carefully pressing each into flat circular shapes approximately one inch wide. Arrange these delicate discs on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for roughly 30 minutes to enhance structural integrity.
- Prepare the chocolate coating by gently melting chocolate chips with coconut oil, using either microwave technique (with brief 30-second intervals) or traditional double boiler method. Stir consistently until achieving a glossy, smooth liquid texture.
- Extract chilled peppermint discs from refrigerator. Utilize a fork or specialized dipping tool to submerge each patty completely in molten chocolate, ensuring thorough coverage. Delicately tap utensil against bowl’s edge to eliminate excess chocolate before carefully repositioning coated treats onto parchment paper.
- Return chocolate-enrobed patties to refrigerator, allowing approximately 30-45 minutes for complete chocolate solidification. The finished confections should display a lustrous, professional appearance.
- Retrieve peppermint patties from refrigerator and serve immediately, enjoying the cool, refreshing mint encased within rich chocolate layers.
Notes
- Chill the patties thoroughly before coating to prevent cracking and ensure a smooth chocolate shell.
- Use high-quality peppermint extract for a more intense and authentic mint flavor that doesn’t taste artificial.
- Consider using dark chocolate for a richer, less sweet coating that balances the sweetness of the filling.
- Keep the patties refrigerated to maintain their firm texture and prevent melting, especially in warm environments.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg