Description
Delightful peppermint patties coated in rich chocolate that melt in your mouth, perfect for holiday gifting and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, heavy cream, butter, and peppermint extract. Mix until a smooth, pliable dough forms.
- Shape the patties: Dust your hands with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Take small amounts of the filling and roll them into bite-sized disks. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the disks: Pop these disks in the freezer for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate: While the disks are chilling, melt your chocolate chips using a microwave or double boiler method. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Coat the patties: Remove the mint disks from the freezer. Using a fork, dip each disk into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Return them to the baking sheet.
- Let them set: Place the coated patties in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens completely.
- Serve & enjoy: Once set, serve your melt-in-your-mouth peppermint patties on a lovely platter.
Notes
Use quality ingredients for the best flavor, and avoid over melting the chocolate to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peppermint patties, chocolate, holiday treats, homemade dessert, sweet snacks