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peppermint patties

Homemade peppermint patties with a rich chocolate coating and mint filling, perfect for a sweet treat or gift.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 ounce marshmallow cream
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 5.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 16 ounces Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers
  • 8 ounces Ghirardelli white chocolate melting wafers optional for footballs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream, butter, and extracts until fully combined. Add in powdered sugar and mix on medium speed until well blended.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Using about 1 Tbsp of filling, shape into a ball, then flatten it for the traditional shape. If making footballs, shape into a ball and pinch the ends. Freeze for about 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Melt Ghirardelli chocolate wafers according to package directions. Dip frozen peppermint centers into the chocolate using a toothpick. Tap off excess and place on parchment paper. Repeat until all are coated. Set for minutes.
  4. Store at room temperature in a covered container.
  5. For footballs, melt white chocolate, pour into a small Ziploc bag, cut the corner, and pipe laces onto coated centers.

Notes

Enjoy these homemade peppermint patties as a festive treat or gift!