Description
Cool, creamy mint filling coated in rich dark chocolate, these homemade Chocolate Covered Mint Patties are refreshing, indulgent, and perfect for gifting or snacking.
Ingredients
- Powdered sugar: 3 cups
- Unsalted butter: 2 tablespoons, softened
- Peppermint extract: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Heavy cream: 2–3 tablespoons
- Dark chocolate chips or melting chocolate: 2 cups
- Coconut oil or shortening: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: Pinch
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Line a baking sheet with parchment and clear fridge space.
- Combine Ingredients: Beat powdered sugar, butter, peppermint extract, salt, and cream until smooth dough forms.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll into small balls, flatten into patties, and place on the baking sheet.
- Assemble the Dish: Freeze patties for 20 minutes until firm.
- Cook to Perfection: Melt chocolate with coconut oil. Dip patties fully, shaking off excess.
- Finishing Touches: Place back on parchment and optionally top with crushed peppermint.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill until chocolate hardens and enjoy cold.
Notes
- Chill filling thoroughly before dipping to keep patties intact.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best taste and texture.
- Tempering chocolate makes patties shinier with a clean snap.
- Layer with parchment when storing to prevent sticking.