Irresistible Homemade Peppermint Patties
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Irresistible Homemade Peppermint Patties, perfect for Christmas celebrations! With a cool and creamy peppermint filling encased in rich chocolate, these delightful candies are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. They shine as thoughtful gifts or charming additions to dessert platters during holiday gatherings. Involve the whole family in this fun activity that brings sweetness and joy to your celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 patties 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2¼ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, peppermint extract, and heavy cream. Mix until you achieve a smooth dough.
- Shape the mixture into discs about ½ inch thick and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for approximately 20 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate using a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth. Stir in vegetable oil if desired for a smoother coating.
- Dip each chilled peppermint disc into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
- Optionally, decorate with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes before chilling again until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg