Homemade Peppermint Patties - My Recipe Treasures (2024)

by Amy | Dec 1, 2022 | Candy, Christmas, Desserts | 0 comments

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Homemade Peppermint Patties are a nice refreshing treat. I love the creamy center and the mint flavor. And the Homemade Peppermint Patties are perfect when you just need a little sweet.

I use to go to a place that had the best peppermint patties and then the next year I went to get some and they didn’t have them any more. That is when I decided, “fine then I will make my own”. And I love that they are quick and easy. They do not always look as perfect as the ones you buy, but it doesn’t seem to matter, they just get gobbled up anyway.

If you like York Peppermint Patties, you are going to enjoy these too.

I did have to laugh when I was checking to see if Homemade Peppermint Patties are good for you, the answer was, “yes because they are low fat”. Sounds good to me, I think I’ll have another.

What Ingredients Do I Need For Homemade Peppermint Patties?

Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make this candy (scroll down for the full recipe):

Sweetened condensed milk
Peppermint extract
Confectioners sugar
Dark chocolate
Coconut or vegetable oil

How Do I Make Homemade Peppermint Patties?

Here’s the simple steps you’ll follow to make this candy (scroll down for the full recipe):

In a mixing bowl, place the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and confectioners sugar together and mix until you have a nice thick dough.
Place a piece of wax paper on the counter. Roll the dough to 1/4″ thick.
Using something small and round like a medicine cup (1 1/2″), cut the dough and then place it onto a baking sheet covered with wax paper.
Next you will want to place them in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
Put your chocolate or chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.
Next add the oil.
Heat the chocolate and oil in the microwave in 30 second intervals on POWER LEVEL 5. Repeat until the chocolate is nice and smooth.
I like to use a meat fork to dip the patties in the chocolate; it is a little wider and works well.
Coat both sides and return the mint back to the baking sheet.
Add sprinkles if desired, before the chocolate sets up.
Store the peppermint patties in the fridge until ready to use, and enjoy them.

Tips and Tricks for Homemade Peppermint Patties:

These Homemade Peppermint Patties can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
If you want to make the top more festive looking, or fun for giving, be sure to sprinkle your sprinkles on before the chocolate sets up, otherwise they just fall off.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
3 cups confectioners sugar
8-10 ounces dark chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons oil, (coconut or vegetable)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, place the sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and confectioners sugar together and mix until the mixture makes a nice thick dough.
Place a piece of wax paper on the counter. I like to make it a little longer and hold it tight with my stomach so that it doesn't slip when rolling the dough. Roll the dough to 1/4" thick.
Using something small and round like a medicine cup or something the same size (1 1/2"), cut the dough and then place it onto a baking sheet covered with wax paper.
Next you will want to place them in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes. This helps them keep their shape when placing then in the warm chocolate.
Put your chocolate or chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.
Next add the oil.
Heat the chocolate and oil in the microwave in 30 second intervals on POWER LEVEL 5. Repeat until the chocolate is nice and smooth.
I like to use a meat fork to dip the patties in the chocolate; it is a little wider and works well.
Coat both sides and return the mint back to the baking sheet.
Add sprinkles if desired, before the chocolate sets up.
Store the peppermint patties in the fridge until ready to use and enjoy them.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per ServingCalories 356Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 11gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 6mgSodium 19mgCarbohydrates 45gFiber 4gSugar 37gProtein 3g

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Homemade Peppermint Patties - My Recipe Treasures (2024)

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What are the ingredients in peppermint patties? ›

SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CHOCOLATE, COCOA, INVERT SUGAR, MILK FAT, EGG WHITES, COCOA BUTTER, LECITHIN (SOY), OIL OF PEPPERMINT, PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR.

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That is a peppermint-flavored cream that is dipped in melted chocolate to create the perfect flavor combination. While the official recipe is a secret, the center of our homemade peppermint patties is made with sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract.

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How long will the peppermint patties last? I have never had them go bad, but I usually store them in the freezer. As long as they are stored at room temperature or in the fridge or freezer, they will last a very long time.

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Peppermint patty filling is basically a thick peppermint icing, made by combining powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, salt, and peppermint extract. Make the filling and mix until it forms a stiff dough.

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York Peppermint Pattie is an American dark chocolate enrobed peppermint confection introduced in 1940 and currently produced by the Hershey Company. York Peppermint Pattie.

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Peppermint can relax the sphincter between the stomach and esophagus, allowing stomach acids to flow back into the esophagus. (The sphincter is the muscle that separates the esophagus from the stomach.) By relaxing the sphincter, peppermint may actually worsen the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion.

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While peppermint has numerous benefits, potential health risks arise when it's consumed excessively. Overconsumption of peppermint, particularly in its oil form, can cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Symptoms may include skin rashes, throat closure, and breathing difficulties.

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Peppermint candies and candy canes are toxic to dogs. Sugar-free peppermint candy may contain xylitol, a sugar substitute that is poisonous to dogs. The use of xylitol is increasing in products and goods. Just a small amount of xylitol can cause low blood sugar, liver failure, seizures, and even death.

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Crème de Cacao is a cacao (chocolate bean) flavoured liqueur, often scented with vanilla.

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Marcie is best friends with Peppermint Patty, constantly addressing her as "sir" (she called her "sir" in her first line in the strip). Originally, Peppermint Patty kept telling Marcie to stop calling her that but eventually grows accustomed to it.