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peppermint patties

Homemade peppermint patties with a creamy center coated in rich chocolate, perfect for holiday treats or anytime sweet craving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 20
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 7 ounces marshmallow cream (Fluff)
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 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. Shape about 1 tablespoon of filling into a ball, flatten it, or pinch the ends for football shapes. Freeze for about 2 hours.
  3. Melt the dark chocolate wafers according to package directions. Dip frozen peppermint centers into the chocolate, tap off excess, and place on parchment. Chill until set.
  4. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.
  5. If making footballs, melt white chocolate, pour into a small bag, cut the tip, and pipe laces onto the footballs. Chill until set.

Notes

Children and adults alike love these homemade peppermint patties, especially around the holidays.