Homemade Peppermint Patties

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine condensed milk and peppermint extract in a large mixing bowl; beat in enough confectioners' sugar, a little at a time, to form a stiff dough that is no longer sticky.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Form peppermint mixture into 1-inch balls and place on waxed paper; flatten with fingers to form patties. Let patties dry at room temperature for two hours, turning once.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Stir chocolate and shortening in a medium saucepan over low heat until melted; remove from heat. Dip patties, one at a time, into chocolate by laying them on the tines of a fork and lowering the fork into the chocolate mixture; tap the fork on the edge of the pan to shake off excess. Slide the patties back onto the waxed paper and chill in the refrigerator until set.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (28 servings total)