Description
A delightful and easy recipe for homemade peppermint patties that are perfect for the holidays or any time you crave a minty treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ cups (280 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 8 oz (225 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
- Optional: festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter, peppermint extract, and heavy cream until a smooth, stiff dough forms.
- Shape into small discs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 20 minutes to firm.
- Meanwhile, melt chocolate (with vegetable oil if using) in the microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each chilled peppermint disc into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, and place back on the sheet.
- Decorate with sprinkles or crushed candy canes if desired. Chill until chocolate sets completely.
Notes
- Storage: Keep peppermint patties in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate.
- Adjust the amount of peppermint extract to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg