Homemade Peppermint Patties Recipe (5 Ingredients!)
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade peppermint patties with this easy five-ingredient recipe! These minty chocolate treats are not only refreshing but also incredibly simple to make. Perfect for holiday gifting, special occasions, or satisfying your sweet tooth, these patties are customizable with fun toppings like colorful sprinkles. The combination of smooth dark chocolate and invigorating peppermint creates a classic flavor that everyone loves. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just treating yourself, these homemade peppermint patties are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ¼ teaspoons peppermint extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups dark melting/dipping chocolate
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, blend sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate half the powdered sugar until a dough forms.
- On parchment paper, sprinkle powdered sugar and roll the dough to about ½ inch thick. Cut out circles with a cookie cutter.
- Place the circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in increments of 30 seconds, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled patty into the melted chocolate using a fork and place them back on the baking sheet. Add sprinkles if desired and refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg