Homemade Peppermint Patties Recipe (5 Ingredients!)
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Homemade Peppermint Patties, a simple yet satisfying treat made with just five ingredients. These creamy mint-centered candies are enveloped in rich dark chocolate, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Whether for holiday gifting, festive gatherings, or just to satisfy your sweet cravings, this recipe offers customizable options like sprinkles for a fun twist. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these peppermint patties can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge, making them a convenient treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ¼ teaspoons peppermint extract
- â…› teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups dark melting chocolate
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Gradually add half of the powdered sugar until a dough forms.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar on parchment paper and knead the dough briefly. Roll out to ½-inch thickness and cut into circles using a cookie cutter.
- Freeze the patties for 15 minutes before melting the dark chocolate in increments until smooth.
- Dip each patty into melted chocolate and return to parchment-lined baking sheets. Add sprinkles if desired.
- Refrigerate for about 20 minutes to set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 14mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg