Chocolate Mint Patties
Delightful chocolate mint patties that are easy to make and irresistibly delicious, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 patties 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)
- Crushed mint candies or dessert sprinkles (for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix the Mint Patty Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine cocoa powder, powdered sugar, softened butter, peppermint extract, and enough milk to form a dough.
- Shape the Patties: Roll the mixture into small balls and then flatten them gently into patties.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips until smooth.
- Coat the Patties: Dip each patty in the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated.
- Set the Patties on a Tray: Place the coated patties on a parchment-lined tray.
- Garnish with Minty Goodness: Before the chocolate hardens, sprinkle the crushed mint candies or dessert sprinkles on top.
- Refrigerate until Set: Pop the tray in the refrigerator until the chocolate is set.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to two months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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