Delish Peppermint Patties Recipe

Peppermint patties are the little black dresses of candy: simple, classy, and shockingly forgiving when you’ve already got chocolate on your shirt. Picture a cool, creamy mint center wrapped in a snappy chocolate shell—store-bought vibes but with actual flavor and fewer suspicious ingredients. These are no-bake, mostly hands-off, and the kind of sweet that makes you feel “refreshed,” which is basically health food with better PR.

Last time I made a batch, my husband said he’d “just taste one” and then went on a full reconnaissance mission, finding the hidden container behind the bag of frozen peas because apparently I underestimate his survival skills. The kids helped by stealing the ones that looked “funny,” which is how I learned that skipping tempering turns the chocolate a little streaky. Did they still eat them? Yes. Did I claim it was an “artisanal marbled effect”? Also yes.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use chocolate melting wafers. Are they “real” chocolate? Don’t ask me that while I’m wearing pajamas at 3 p.m.
– Roll the mint mixture between two sheets of parchment, freeze 10 minutes, then cookie-cutter your circles like a responsible adult who absolutely did not eyeball it first.
– No cutter? Slice a slab and call them “rustic squares.” Boom—chic.
– Microwave the chocolate at 50% power in short bursts. If it scorches, you now have “smoky notes.”
– Dip with a fork and tap off excess chocolate on the bowl’s edge like you’re on a cooking competition. Dramatic sighs optional.

Serving Ideas

– With coffee, because mint + caffeine = personality reboot.
– Crumbled over vanilla ice cream if you like your dessert to flex on other desserts.
– Serve after dinner with wine if the kids drove you nuts and “bedtime” took three separate negotiations and a treaty.
– Keep it simple: one patty, a quiet corner, and pretending you don’t hear “Mooooom?” for 60 beautiful seconds.

What to Serve It With

– Hot cocoa topped with too much whipped cream—accuracy matters.
– A tiny cheese board with salty nuts and fresh berries. Sweet + salty = friendship goals.
– Espresso martinis for “game night,” which is just us losing to an 8-year-old at Uno.
– Brownies or a chocolate tart: slice, plate, and crown each piece with a patty like you’re running a dessert speakeasy.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– If your mint filling is sticky, add more powdered sugar or chill it. If it’s crumbly, a teaspoon of milk or cream smooths things out.
– Go easy on the peppermint extract—there’s a fine line between festive and toothpaste commercial. Start small, taste, adjust.
– Keep your filling cold before dipping so it doesn’t swan-dive into the chocolate and ruin your mood.
– Tap off excess chocolate or you’ll get chocolate puddles. Delicious? Yes. Cute? Eh.
– Sprinkle a few with flaky salt before they set. It’s the difference between “homemade” and “I have a brand now.”

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.
– Airtight container, layered with parchment so they don’t fuse into one mega patty (tempting, though).
– Fridge: up to 2 weeks. Freezer: 2–3 months. Thaw in the fridge so the chocolate doesn’t get weepy.
– Keep away from smelly foods unless you’re into onion-mint fusion. Please don’t be into onion-mint fusion.

✔Variations and Substitutions

– Dip in white or milk chocolate for chaos that absolutely works.
– Add a few drops of vanilla or almond extract to the filling for a softer mint vibe.
– Crush candy canes on top for holiday pizzazz and to hide any “creative” dipping.
– Color the centers pastel pink or green because you’re whimsical and also out of restraint.
– Dairy-free? Use dairy-free chocolate and a splash of coconut cream in the filling if needed.
– Sweeteners: powdered sugar is queen. If you swap in honey or maple, the centers get softer—call it “deconstructed” and move on.

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Delish Peppermint Patties Recipe

Cool, creamy peppermint centers enrobed in silky dark chocolate—these homemade peppermint patties are easy to make, freezer-friendly, and irresistibly refreshing.

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Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 24

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 3.5 cup confectioners' sugar Sifted for a smoother filling
• ▢ 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk Adds sweetness and binds the filling
• ▢ 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened Room temperature for easy mixing
• ▢ 1.5 teaspoon peppermint extract Adjust to taste
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional, rounds out flavor
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon fine salt Balances sweetness
• ▢ 2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Or chopped chocolate
• ▢ 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening Thins chocolate for smoother dipping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, beat sweetened condensed milk and butter until smooth. Mix in peppermint extract, vanilla, and salt.
• Gradually add confectioners' sugar, mixing until a thick, smooth dough forms that no longer sticks to the bowl.
• Scoop 1 tablespoon portions, roll into balls, and flatten into 1.5 inch discs about 0.25 inch thick. Place on prepared sheets.
• Freeze the discs for 20 minutes until very firm for easier dipping.
• Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 20 to 30 second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and fluid.
• Using a fork, dip each chilled peppermint disc into the melted chocolate, let excess drip off, and return to the sheet. Repeat with remaining discs.
• Refrigerate 15 minutes until the chocolate sets. If desired, drizzle extra chocolate on top for a decorative finish.
• Store patties covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For a snappier shell, temper the chocolate instead of melting with oil. Prefer darker flavor? Use bittersweet chocolate. If the filling cracks when shaping, knead briefly to warm it. If sticky, chill a few minutes before rolling.