Peppermint Patties (Printable Version)

Minty centers dipped in dark chocolate for chilled, gift-ready confections with optional festive toppings.

# What You Need:

→ Peppermint Filling

01 - 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 teaspoons pure peppermint extract
04 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Chocolate Coating

06 - 8 ounces dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)

# How-To:

01 - In a mixing bowl, beat together powdered sugar, unsalted butter, peppermint extract, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt until a smooth, pliable dough forms. If the mixture is too sticky, gradually incorporate additional powdered sugar until manageable.
02 - Portion out small balls of dough, using about 2 teaspoons for each, and shape into 1/4-inch thick discs. Arrange the discs in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
03 - Freeze the shaped discs for 20 to 30 minutes until they are firm to the touch.
04 - Melt the chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water, stirring until completely smooth.
05 - Working with one disc at a time, use a fork to coat each peppermint disc in the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off before returning to the parchment-lined sheet.
06 - Chill coated patties in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes or until the chocolate has set.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Homemade peppermint patties taste fresher and more vibrant than anything store bought—like a secret holiday you can unwrap all year.
  • The simple process turns any ordinary evening into a miniature chocolate-making adventure.
02 -
  • Trying to dip warm or room temperature patties will end in sticky disaster and broken chocolate shells.
  • Adding coconut oil to your melted chocolate gives a professional look and makes the work much less stressful.
03 -
  • If the chocolate starts to thicken as you dip, gently rewarm it to keep your coating smooth.
  • Always sift your powdered sugar for the filling to prevent gritty surprises.

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