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Homemade Peppermint Patties Recipe

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These homemade Peppermint Patties feature a smooth, creamy peppermint filling coated in a rich semi-sweet chocolate shell. Perfectly balanced and refreshingly minty, these candies are easy to make from scratch and ideal for festive occasions or gifting.

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

  • 10 cups (1.25 kg) confectioners’ sugar, divided plus extra for dusting
  • ½ cup (170.5 g) light corn syrup
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Chocolate Coating Ingredients

  • 2 bags (12 ounces each) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for later use.
  2. Mix Filling Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine 9 cups of confectioners’ sugar, light corn syrup, water, peppermint extract, softened butter, and kosher salt. Mix at medium speed just until everything is combined to form a dough-like mixture.
  3. Knead the Mixture: Dust a clean work surface with the remaining 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar. Transfer the dough onto this surface and knead it gently until the mixture is smooth and pliable, dusting with more confectioners’ sugar as needed to prevent sticking.
  4. Roll Out the Filling: Place the kneaded dough on a sheet of parchment paper and sprinkle the top with additional confectioners’ sugar. Cover with a second sheet of parchment paper and use a rolling pin to roll the filling out to about ½-inch thickness.
  5. Cut out Patties: Using a 2-inch round cutter, cut as many circles as possible from the rolled-out filling and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. Gather the leftover scraps, re-roll, and repeat the cutting process until all mixture is used (approximately 40 patties).
  6. Freeze the Patties: Place the baking sheet with the cut patties in the freezer for about 15 minutes or until the patties are firm to the touch.
  7. Melt Chocolate Coating: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  8. Dip Patties in Chocolate: Using a fork, pick up each chilled patty and carefully dip it into the melted chocolate. Let excess chocolate drip off, scraping the fork’s back against the bowl rim to remove any excess.
  9. Set the Patties: Place the chocolate-coated patties back onto the lined baking sheet.
  10. Chill to Set Chocolate: Return the coated patties to the freezer and chill for at least 10 minutes, or until the chocolate coating is fully set.
  11. Serve and Enjoy: Once set, remove the patties from the freezer and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking during rolling and freezing.
  • Adjust peppermint extract quantity to taste if you prefer a stronger or milder mint flavor.
  • Storing patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer will keep them fresh longer.
  • If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can mix the filling by hand, but it will require more effort.
  • For a glossy finish, adding vegetable oil to the chocolate coating helps smooth melting and coating.

Keywords: peppermint patties, homemade candy, peppermint filling, chocolate coated candy, holiday treats

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