Perfect Chocolate Peppermint Patties Recipe for Holidays
These festive chocolate peppermint patties are the perfect holiday treat, combining creamy peppermint filling with a smooth chocolate coating for a flavor explosion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 patties 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) peppermint extract
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) heavy cream
- 2 cups (340g) dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) coconut oil
- Optional: Crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened unsalted butter, peppermint extract, and heavy cream. Beat on low speed until it forms a smooth, pliable dough.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten them into discs using a rolling pin. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes to firm up.
- In a double boiler, melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each peppermint disc in the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off before placing them back on the parchment paper.
- Optional: Sprinkle crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles on top while the chocolate is still wet.
- Chill the patties in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
Notes
[‘Don’t skip freezing the peppermint discs—it makes dipping so much easier.’, ‘Use high-quality peppermint extract for the best flavor.’, ‘If your chocolate seizes, add a teaspoon of coconut oil or butter to smooth it out.’, ‘Work quickly when dipping to avoid the chocolate setting before you’re done.’, ‘For perfectly smooth chocolate, avoid letting any water come into contact with the melted chocolate—it’ll cause it to seize.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Chocolate, Peppermint, Holiday Treat, Christmas Dessert, Easy Recipe, Festive Dessert