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peppermint patties

Homemade peppermint patties dipped in rich chocolate make for a perfect treat. Easy to prepare and customizable for holidays or any occasion!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 jar marshmallow cream (Fluff)
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 5.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 16 oz Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers
  • 8 oz Ghirardelli white chocolate melting wafers (optional for footballs)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat marshmallow cream, butter, vanilla, and peppermint extracts until fully combined. Add powdered sugar and mix on medium speed until well blended.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Using about 1 tablespoon of filling, shape into a ball, then flatten for the traditional shape or pinch the ends for football shapes. Freeze for about 2 hours.
  3. Melt dark chocolate wafers according to package directions. Dip frozen peppermint patties into chocolate and place back on parchment paper. Chill to set.
  4. Store at room temperature in a covered container.
  5. Optional: For football laces, melt white chocolate and pipe onto dipped chocolates.

Notes

These peppermint patties are perfect for holiday gifting or special treats. Make sure to keep them chilled if not serving immediately.