Description
Cool chocolate Homemade Peppermint Patties deliver refreshing minty magic with silky ganache centers wrapped in dark chocolate. Crisp peppermint flavor melts deliciously, creating perfect sweet treats perfect for holiday gatherings or midnight cravings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups confectioners sugar
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 pound chocolate almond bark
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
Decorative Ingredients:
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring ample freezer space for the tray.
- Create the peppermint base by blending sweetened condensed milk with peppermint extract in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually incorporate confectioners sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture transforms into a firm, cohesive dough that doesn’t stick to hands.
- Carefully form small, uniform balls from the dough and place them on the prepared tray.
- Gently press each ball into a smooth, flat disc approximately 1/4 inch thick using fingertips or the bottom of a glass.
- Transfer the tray to the freezer and chill patties for 60 minutes until completely firm and solid.
- Melt almond bark in the microwave, using 30-second intervals and stirring between each heating cycle to achieve a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Remove patties from freezer and carefully dip each one into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Gently tap off excess chocolate and return each coated patty to the parchment-lined tray.
- Optional: Sprinkle decorative toppings before the chocolate sets completely.
- Allow chocolates to solidify at room temperature or expedite the process by placing them in the refrigerator.
- Once fully set, transfer peppermint patties to an airtight container for storage and serving.
Notes
- Chill dough thoroughly before shaping to prevent sticky hands and ensure clean, precise patty formation.
- Use peppermint extract sparingly as it can quickly overpower the delicate sweetness of the condensed milk base.
- Create uniform patties by using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon measure for consistent sizing and even chocolate coating.
- Opt for high-quality dark or white chocolate as an alternative to almond bark for more complex flavor profiles and gourmet presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg