Homemade Peppermint Patties Recipe (5 Ingredients!) Recipe
These Homemade Peppermint Patties are a delightful and easy-to-make treat featuring a creamy peppermint filling coated in rich dark chocolate. With just five simple ingredients, this recipe allows you to create refreshing, minty candies perfect for holidays or anytime you crave a sweet, minty snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 24 peppermint patties (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Filling
- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ¼ teaspoons peppermint extract
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Coating
- 2 cups dark melting/dipping chocolate
Instructions
- Mix Filling Ingredients: In a stand mixer, combine the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract thoroughly. Gradually add half of the powdered sugar and mix until a dough starts to form.
- Knead and Roll Dough: Transfer the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper and knead it gently, incorporating the rest of the powdered sugar to form a smooth, pliable dough. Roll the dough out evenly into a ½-inch thick circle, dusting with powdered sugar as needed to prevent sticking.
- Cut and Freeze Patties: Using a cookie cutter, cut the dough into circles of your preferred size. Place the patties onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl using short 20-30 second increments, stirring between each until smooth. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly to avoid melting the patties during dipping.
- Dip and Chill: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each peppermint patty evenly with melted chocolate. Return the coated patties to the parchment-lined sheet and refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until the chocolate is fully set.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- Keep extra powdered sugar on hand to dust surfaces and prevent sticking.
- Store finished peppermint patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- For a festive look, drizzle with white chocolate or sprinkle crushed candy canes on top before the coating sets.
- You can also adjust the peppermint extract amount slightly to suit your taste.
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