Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with a delightful treat? Look no further than chocolate covered peppermint patties! These delectable confections combine the rich, velvety texture of chocolate with the refreshing, minty flavor of peppermint, creating an irresistible taste experience that will leave you craving more. With their vibrant colors and festive appearance, chocolate covered peppermint patties are perfect for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy anytime. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a more creative variation, there's a chocolate covered peppermint patty out there for everyone. So, grab your aprons and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this timeless treat!
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BARS
A little-known fact: Creamy chocolate-covered peppermint patties are not hard to make at home. Here, the minty filling and chocolate coating are layered onto a cocoa-imbued shortbread base, which adds a cookie crunch to each bite. These keep well, so you can make them a week ahead; store airtight at room temperature. They also freeze well. The coconut oil makes the chocolate coating slightly shinier and a little more brittle in a good way, so use it if you have it. But if you don't have it on hand, you can omit it.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 36 squares
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Line a 9-inch-square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing 2 inches of paper to hang over the sides.
- Make the shortbread: In a food processor, pulse together flour, sugar, cocoa powder and salt. Add butter and process until a smooth dough forms. Press dough evenly into the bottom of prepared baking pan. Bake until firm to the touch, and sides of the crust are beginning to pull away from the pan, about 25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make the filling: In a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine confectioners' sugar, butter, cream and peppermint extract. Beat until mixture forms a thick, smooth paste. Press filling evenly over shortbread. Chill to set the filling for at least 1 hour and up to overnight.
- Use parchment paper overhang to lift the shortbread and peppermint out of the baking pan and onto a cutting board. Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares (there should be 36 squares). Place squares on a rack placed over a parchment-lined sheet tray, and let them come to room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- In the top of a double boiler or in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt 7 ounces chocolate, stirring occasionally, until smooth. Remove from heat, add remaining 2 ounces chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
- Add coconut oil, if using, and stir the chocolate until smooth. Spoon 1 teaspoon chocolate on top of a cut peppermint square, using the back of the spoon to spread chocolate to the edges. Be sure to fully cover the top of the square with chocolate. (Leave the sides exposed, though it's O.K. if some of the chocolate drips down.) Repeat with remaining squares.
- Let squares sit at room temperature until chocolate is set, at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 139, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 15 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PERFECT PEPPERMINT PATTIES
Calling for just a few ingredients, this is one candy that's simple to prepare. I make lots of different candy at Christmas to give as gifts. It's time consuming, but worth it to see the delight it brings to people. -Joanne Adams, Bath, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1-in. balls and place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Flatten with a glass to 1/4-in. thickness. Cover and freeze for 30 minutes. , Microwave chocolate chips and shortening on high until melted; stir until smooth. Dip patties, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PEPPERMINT PATTIES
I have made these every year as one of many Christmas treats. My family really loves them, it wouldn't be Christmas without them! When you dip, tap the fork on the edge of the pan to shake off excess. Slide the patty onto waxed paper -- you can use the fork to make a little swirl on the top to make it pretty.
Provided by PATTY STOCKTON
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Mints
Time 2h55m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine condensed milk and peppermint extract. Beat in enough confectioners' sugar, a little at a time, to form a stiff dough that is no longer sticky. Form into 1 inch balls, then place on waxed paper and flatten with fingers to form patties. Let patties dry at room temperature two hours, turning once.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate with shortening, stirring often. Remove from heat. Dip patties, one at a time, into chocolate by laying them on the tines of a fork and lowering the fork into the liquid. Let cool on waxed paper until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 12.6 mg, Sugar 31.1 g
CREAMY PEPPERMINT PATTIES
These smooth chocolate candies fill the bill for folks who like a little sweetness after a meal but don't want a full serving of rich dessert. -Donna Gonda, North Canton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 8 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Beat cream cheese and extract until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, beating well., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Flatten into patties 1-1/2-1-3/4 in. in diameter. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Dip patties in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off; place on waxed paper until set. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT PATTIES
Another of Paula Deen's amazing creations. Can be found in her cookbook "The Lady and Sons; Just Desserts".
Provided by Rachie P
Categories Candy
Time 30m
Yield 75-100 balls
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together sugar, milk, and peppermint in a large bowl.
- Roll mixture into small balls. Place on wax paper and chill.
- Melt chocolate chips and paraffin together in top of double boiler.
- Remove from heat, leaving chocolate over hot water.
- Using a toothpick, dip balls into melted chocolate.
- Cool on wax paper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.1, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 16.1, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 17.2, Protein 0.6
WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT PATTIES
Keep your eye on these gems as they bake - they have a quick cooking time and should only take 9 minutes. Keep them in a tightly sealed container, or freeze them for longer storage.
Provided by Mom2Rose
Categories Candy
Time 45m
Yield 36 cookies, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F
- In a sifter, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Sift onto a large piece of wax paper and set aside until needed.
- Heat 1 inch of water in the bottom half of a double boiler over medium heat.
- With the heat on, place the white chocolate in the top half of the double boiler.
- Use a rubber spatula to stir the chocolate until completely melted and smooth, about 4 minutes.
- Transfer the melted white chocolate to a 1-quart bowl and set aside until needed.
- Place the granulated sugar and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle.
- Beat on medium for 4 minutes until smooth.
- Use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl, then continue to beat on medium for 2 more minutes until very smooth.
- Add the egg and the vanilla extract and beat on medium for 1 minute until combined.
- Scrape down the bowl.
- Add the melted chocolate and beat on medium for 1 minute until combined.
- Scrape down the bowl.
- Add the sifted dry ingredients and mix on low until incorporated, about 30 seconds.
- Add the chopped peppermint candy and mix on low until incorporated, about 30 seconds.
- Remove the bowl from the mixer and use a rubber spatula to finish mixing the dough until thoroughly combined.
- Using a heaping tablespoon of dough for each cookie (approximately 1/2 ounce), portion 12 cookies, evenly spaced, onto each of 3 nonstick baking sheets.
- Place the baking sheets on the top and center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 9 minutes until lightly golden brown around the edges, rotating the sheets from top to center halfway through the the baking time (at that time also turn each sheet 180 degrees).
- Remove the cookies from the oven and cool to room temperature for 30 minutes.
CHOCOLATE COVERED PEPPERMINT PATTIES
These cool peppermint patties are made with mashed potatoes.
Provided by Wendy MacLeod
Categories Mint Candy
Time 8h50m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the potatoes, salt, butter, and peppermint extract. Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar; mix in enough to make a workable dough, between 6 and 8 cups.
- Knead slightly, and roll into cherry-size balls. Flatten balls to form patties. Arrange on sheets of wax paper, and allow to dry overnight.
- Place chocolate and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Dip patties in melted chocolate, and let cool on wax paper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 65.3 mg, Sugar 22.9 g
Tips for Making Chocolate-Covered Peppermint Patties:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate will greatly impact the taste of your patties. Look for a chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 50%. - Temper your chocolate: Tempering chocolate is a process of heating and cooling the chocolate in a specific way. This process helps to stabilize the chocolate and give it a smooth, shiny finish. If you don't temper your chocolate, it will be more likely to seize and become grainy. - Use fresh peppermint: Fresh peppermint will give your patties the best flavor. If you can't find fresh peppermint, you can use dried peppermint, but it will not have as strong a flavor. - Don't overmix the filling: Overmixing the filling will make it tough. Mix the filling just until it is well combined. - Chill the patties before dipping them in chocolate: Chilling the patties will help the chocolate to set more quickly and evenly. - Dip the patties in chocolate using a fork or toothpick: This will help you to avoid getting chocolate on your fingers. - Place the dipped patties on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet: This will help to prevent the chocolate from sticking to the pan. - Refrigerate the patties until the chocolate is set: This will take about 30 minutes.Conclusion:
Chocolate-covered peppermint patties are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can make chocolate-covered peppermint patties that will impress your friends and family.
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