Description
These Homemade Peppermint Patties are a simple and delicious holiday treat made with just five ingredients. Creamy peppermint-flavored centers are coated in rich dark chocolate, perfect for gifting or enjoying as a refreshing sweet snack. This easy-to-make recipe requires no baking and offers the perfect balance of minty freshness and chocolate indulgence.
Ingredients
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 Wet Ingredients: In a stand mixer, combine the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add half of the powdered sugar to the wet mixture while mixing, until a thick dough forms.
- Knead and Roll Dough: Transfer the dough onto parchment paper, knead it gently, then roll it out into a ½-inch thick circle. Dust with powdered sugar as needed to prevent sticking.
- Cut Patties and Freeze: Use a cookie cutter to cut out circular patties from the dough. Place the patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in short 20-30 second increments, stirring between each, until smooth. Let the chocolate cool slightly but remain fluid.
- Dip Patties in Chocolate: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each peppermint patty into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Chill to Set: Place the coated patties back on the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for about 20 minutes until the chocolate coating is firm and set.
Notes
- Keep the dough chilled to make it easier to roll and cut.
- If the chocolate thickens, gently reheat it in the microwave to maintain a smooth texture for dipping.
- Use a cookie cutter about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter for perfectly sized patties.
- Store peppermint patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Dark chocolate is preferred to balance the sweetness and enhance the peppermint flavor, but semi-sweet chocolate can also be used.
