Homemade Peppermint Patties Recipe
These homemade peppermint patties are a delightful treat with a smooth, minty filling enrobed in rich chocolate. Perfect for sharing during the holidays or as a sweet gift.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 patties
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Freezing, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Peppermint Filling:
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons peppermint extract
- 4 cups confectioners sugar
Chocolate Coating:
- 1 pound chocolate almond bark
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peppermint Filling: In a large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract. Gradually mix in confectioners sugar until a stiff, non-sticky dough forms.
- Shape the Patties: Roll the dough into balls and flatten into discs. Place on a lined baking sheet and freeze for 1 hour.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt chocolate almond bark in the microwave. Dip frozen patties in chocolate, shake off excess, and top with sprinkles.
- Set and Serve: Place the dipped patties on the lined sheet to set. Enjoy after the chocolate has fully hardened.
Notes
- Freeze the peppermint dough before dipping to prevent falling apart.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
- You can shape the patties into larger or mini sizes for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 432 kcal
- Sugar: 46g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 77g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 9mg
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