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Homemade Peppermint Patties

Delight in these chocolate-covered minty treats, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, made with simple ingredients for a sweet escape.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the patties
  • 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 pound chocolate almond bark Can substitute with milk or dark chocolate chips.
  • to taste sprinkles Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract.
  2. Blend in the powdered sugar gradually using an electric mixer until a stiff, non-sticky dough is formed.
  3. Shape the dough into balls and flatten them into 2-inch discs, about 1/4 inch thick.
  4. Line the discs on a parchment-lined tray and freeze them for about an hour.
Chocolate Coating
  1. Melt the chocolate almond bark in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  2. Dip each peppermint patty into the melted chocolate, shaking off any excess.
  3. Place them back on the parchment paper and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature or freeze for up to two months. For variations, try different extracts or add a drizzle of caramel sauce.