❄️ Homemade Peppermint Patties 🍫✨

Cool, refreshing peppermint centers wrapped in rich chocolate—an irresistible holiday treat made simple at home.

📋 Ingredients

Peppermint Center

• 1½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp light corn syrup
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• ½ tsp pure peppermint extract
• Pinch of fine sea salt

Chocolate Coating

• 12 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate melting wafers
• Optional: 1 tsp coconut oil (for shine and smoother dip)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Filling: Mix powdered sugar, corn syrup, butter, peppermint extract, and salt until a thick dough forms. Adjust texture with water or powdered sugar if needed.
2. Shape Patties: Roll into 1-inch balls (~15 g each), flatten into ¼-inch discs. Place on parchment tray and freeze 30 minutes.
3. Melt Chocolate: Microwave chocolate (and coconut oil if using) at 50% power in 30-second intervals until smooth.
4. Dip & Set: Coat patties in chocolate using fork. Tap off excess. Sprinkle with crushed candy cane or glitter if desired. Let set at room temp or chill 10 minutes.
5. Store & Serve: Keep in airtight container at cool room temp up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer. Bring to room temp before serving.

Details

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Chill Time: 30 minutes + 10 minutes setting
• Total Time: ~1 hour
• Yield: ~24 patties

✨ Smooth chocolate, cool peppermint, and festive flair—these homemade patties are a holiday classic!