Homemade Peppermint Patties Recipe
These homemade peppermint patties are a delightful holiday treat featuring a creamy peppermint filling coated in rich dark chocolate. Easy to make from scratch, they combine sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and powdered sugar for a smooth filling, then dipped in melted dark chocolate for a perfect balance of minty freshness and chocolatey goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 24 peppermint patties 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
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 the Filling: In a stand mixer, combine the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Gradually add half of the powdered sugar while mixing until a dough forms and becomes firm enough to handle.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto parchment paper and knead gently. Roll it into a ½-inch thick circle, using powdered sugar to dust the surface to prevent sticking.
- Cut Patties and Freeze: Using a cookie cutter, cut out circular shapes from the dough. Place these shapes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in short 15-20 second increments, stirring between each until smooth. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly but remain fluid for dipping.
- Dip the Patties: Quickly dip each frozen peppermint patty into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing back on the parchment-lined sheet.
- Set the Patties: Refrigerate the dipped patties for about 20 minutes until the chocolate coating is fully set and firm.
Notes
- Ensure the peppermint patties are chilled before dipping in chocolate for an easier coating process.
- Store the finished patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
- You can substitute dark chocolate with semi-sweet or milk chocolate if desired, although dark chocolate provides the best flavor contrast.
- For a stronger mint flavor, adjust the peppermint extract quantity to taste.
- Use a cookie cutter size of about 1.5 to 2 inches for perfect bite-size patties.
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