Description
Delight in these homemade Chocolate Covered Mint Patties featuring a creamy, minty center enveloped in a smooth semisweet chocolate coating. Perfectly refreshing and easy to prepare, these sweet treats combine the cool flavor of peppermint with rich chocolate, making them an ideal no-bake dessert or snack for mint and chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
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Mint Patty Filling
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (or mint extract)
- 1 tablespoon milk (or more if needed)
Chocolate Coating
- 12 oz semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the mint filling: In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and milk. Stir thoroughly until the mixture forms a smooth, thick dough. Add extra milk gradually if the dough is too dry to achieve the right consistency.
- Shape the patties: Roll the mint filling into small balls or flatten into round discs approximately 1 inch in diameter. Arrange them evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Chill the mint patties: Refrigerate the shaped patties for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up and hold their shape for dipping.
- Melt the chocolate: Place chopped chocolate and optional coconut oil in a heatproof bowl and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between intervals until the chocolate is fully melted and silky smooth.
- Dip the patties: Using a fork or toothpick, carefully dip each chilled mint patty into the molten chocolate, ensuring it is evenly coated. Let excess chocolate drip off before placing the coated patties back onto the parchment paper.
- Set the chocolate coating: Refrigerate the chocolate-covered patties for at least 30 minutes, allowing the chocolate shell to harden completely.
- Serve and store: Enjoy immediately once set, or store the patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- If the dough is too crumbly, add milk slowly to avoid making it too wet.
- Use good-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- Coconut oil in the chocolate coating helps create a shinier and smoother finish but is optional.
- Keep the patties refrigerated to maintain their shape and freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and condensed milk with vegan alternatives.
